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.

breakfast was excellent with many choices.

large and comfortable with seating and kitchen

nice little kitchen and great work area

kitchenette cabinets had no knobs. all dishes stored overhead and was unreachable by someone 5'3

excellent location good breakfast free laundry. great staff

pool is not heated, water was pretty cold.

complementary use of the laundry

breakfast would have better with a fiber cereal option other than instant oatmeal

good breakfast as well

staff was very nice & good breakfast

nice comfortable bed, nice bathroom and kitchen accomodations

clean, roomy, very comfortable bed. all the amenities of home (kitchen, tv, dvd).

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

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

for early check in just wanting an hour earlier if possible and manager told me to come on in, our room

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

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

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

breakfast left a lot to be desired

was a group of adults in the pool area drinking and having a party we told front desk but they didn t do

like many other pool, swimming pool water is too cold.

they are very nice, have big rooms, and great breakfast

parking was easy

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

gym and pool are first class!

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

lobby bar is great

should have a lifeguard in the pool!

breakfast was very good. room was clean and had a couch

would like a hot tub in pool area

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

small pool, no hot

breakfasts were great

the free breakfast is the best at any hotel i have ever stayed at.

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

golf tournament is only once every four years

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

the high school group of kids, probably about 50 were very rude while we were trying to get some breakfast

clean, spacious, comfy good gym

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

fresh breakfast, warm pool, clean rooms

hotel had a great pool and hot tub, a wonderful breakfast with lots of choices, and clean updated rooms

friendly staff. excellent variety for breakfast and very clean.

spa wasnt working

location of the swimming pool

just the time for breakfast.

pool was freezing so the heater must not have been working

breakfast was outstanding, laundry was free, room was clean and bed was comfortable, good size pool and exercise room

front desk clerk was extremely nice. breakfast was amazing.

breakfast was better than most hotels i have stayed at

excellent room, comfortable bed, awesome breakfast

would love to see towels in the pool area, as they have been out of towels the last two times we've stayed

the shower head, and breakfast. what brand and name is the shower head?

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

the room was amazing bed was comfortable the breakfast was great.

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

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

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

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

kids weren't to impressed with the breakfast

beautiful facility and staff was great - especially during breakfast!

nice complimentary breakfast, with many options

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

ich i well know they

the pool was amazing. super nice and great for my team to come in

, design of the bar area means that social distancing cannot be done

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

the variety in pools. great for little ones!

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

the hotel had a sewer problem, the hotel halls has terrible smell and the pool closes early'

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

great breakfast too

breakfast, free parking, guest laundry, bar, free wifi, room darkening shades, couch in room, noon checkout,location is surrounded

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

location, close to everything, the bistro was available to us, the room has youtube which my kids were excited about that

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

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

cute bar area, friendly and helpful bartender

clean and great breakfast

breakfast could be better with more active resupply and refreshing the cooked item (eggs bacon etc)

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

good location, the room was spacious and clean. the pool was nice, but small.

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

friendly staff, comfortable breakfast dining area.

breakfast was great, loved the waffles

was clean and comfortable, breakfast was great

breakfast was nice with a wide variety of food

pool - but hot tub was not working right

breakfast is great

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

amazing breakfast, clean, quiet

close to our kids place.

the breakfast offered more protein options

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

said they were still doing breakfast which is unusual with covid

pool/jacuzzi was great

they had a full kitchen in the room

no pool

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

the breakfast was great as well

breakfast

pool towels are small. i forgot mine. pillows are down pillows.

clean. staff. breakfast. pool.

the pool was ice cold

pool was extremely cold

pool and no notice before hand about that

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,

less breakfast options

had stayed here numerous times and though i arrive early if my room was ready i could check in without cost

did not eat breakfast location was great

indoor pool on site, free breakfast, wifi, etc

a good breakfast an excellent customer service

there were no guests in the pool.

pool and hot tub were a bonus for kids

awesome pool and family friendly.

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

pool and hot tub were nice

nice pool and hot tub

hot tub and swimming pool

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

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

the pool was a comfortable temperature and clean

there were kids running around and unsupervised, touching everything and not social distancing

no fridge or microwave in the room and smaller pool size compared to the size of the hotel.

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

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

know there was a pool, no breakfast info

no pool. there was one listed.

real plates at the buffet breakfast

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

beautiful, modern, industrial feel. amazing bar options. very quiet and great staff.

wish there was a pool or hot tub

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

the breakfast was big and had a variety of options along with having very comfortable bedding and

buffet dinner and breakfast were provided at no additional cost

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

our favorite 1/2 way stop to visit our kids

breakfast was very good in a delightful space with staff that were very good at their job.

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

that you pay the amount for the rooms that you do and you still have to pay 995 per person for breakfast and 595 per

parking was abundant

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

i enjoyed the fitness room close to the elevator

breakfast was great

was not informed about the pool none work out facility if there is any.

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

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

cleanliness, service, beatiful rooms and good breakfast.

pool was really cold.

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

breakfast was terrible - hardly any options

good breakfast options and a very large and comfortable breakfast area

pool hours need to be 24 hrs for adults.

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

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

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

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

comfy bed. large room. good breakfast.

elevator made it easy to take our dog outside for a quick night time visit grassy area for pets

paperwork said $20 for pet fee was charged $30 thus didn't tip housekeeping what i normally would

it was however, the best microtel jacuzzi/spa

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

very clean, friendly staff. great breakfast!

the room was spacious and clean plus the breakfast was more than adequate - good coffee

food and fitness room

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

the breakfast was amazing! so many options to choose from. and the staff was so friendly.

pool was overly chlorinated to the point your eyes start to water and you have trouble breathing

beds was very comfortable and breakfast was delicious

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

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

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

see above re: breakfast

the room was also easily accessible, there was a door right by the parking lot that led up to our room

pool & hot tub was relaxing also

children had fun in the pool

the kitchenette was a big bonus.

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

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

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

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

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

pool was comfortable & overall way better than we expected for the price

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

pool and free breakfast

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

the continental breakfast had a fresh waffle maker

great place to host a kids party.

the hot tub allowed no kids after 10p

front desk decor 2 pools bar great breakfast room

breakfast was very minimal. due to covid

pool breakfast

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

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

got moved to another room only to have a guy with a gun have the swat team there and all the kids freaking out, myself included

bar in the bathtub had a loose piece

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

that the laundry was.out of order.

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

there was an unusual smell throughout the hotel, a pool would be nice

there were toenail clippings on the stairs to the laundry room

didn't like that there were no eggs or bacon or sausage for breakfast

water park for the kids.

that would have been nice is adult only pool time as i was on my honeymoon and although i love kids it just would have been nice to have a bit of adult time without kids running around

the hotel itself is older and could use some updating but the water park was great for the kids and worth the stay if you have

no breakfast

the pool is delightful

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

and comfortable the weight room was extremely useful for my husband it was his favorite part the pool was exceptional for the kids they had a bunch of fun all around a great hotel and a great

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

the pool area was clean and the water was warm

breakfast was good, the pool was good

i had just stayed a whole week and they charged me no pet fee when i came back she went out to my car and looked at my car and saw my dog came back and

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

they have a nice pool and exercise room

the laundry staff was very helpful

it also had an excellent breakfast

park and fly location with shuttle to airport.

friendly service and airport shuttle

this place is clean and has a laundry, which is convenient. the beds were also very comfortable!

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

just the restrictions i.e. no access to gym or pool. but understandable due to situation.

we loved the location, comfy bed, pillows, pool, exercise room

i did not have time for breakfast, but when i took a peek it certainly looked good

breakfast

the breakfast was very good and included eggs and sausages, belgian waffles, three different types of

was pleasantly surprised by the continental breakfast they had and didn’t see it advertised on the booking site

clean roomy. nice gym.

newness of the hotel; the layout of our room; the excellent breakfast; friendly staff; great location for us

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

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

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

i called for the shuttle it was there in 5 minutes

able to leave our vehicle while away and have the shuttle to and from the airport was a bonus

nice breakfast ready early so we could eat by 6:00 a

connecting to hotel wifi if not a hilton rewards member

breakfast was not very good.

the beds were extremely comfortable and the pool was warm!

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

the hotel from the airport information desk, they gave me easy instructions on how i can spot the shuttle

people were camped out in the hallway waiting for their laundry

the shuttle from the airport was perfect and convenient

shuttle to airport.

we had fun in the swimming pool

was excellent, we park car and shuttle to airport

only a two minute drive to the airport with 24 hour shuttle service

i liked that they had a swimming pool and a jacuzzi.

plus the pool was closed for renovations and i planned on taking the kids swimming for a birthday celebration

smelled like weed, our bathroom light wouldn't stay on, my kids bathed in the dark, myself and my child woke up with bites on us

everything worked well in the room and the shuttle was very prompt

it was clean, very friendly helpful staff, great continental breakfast…

loved the shuttle to the airport convenience too

wifi

no information on speakeasy bar or its location in hotel that sounded like fun

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

even doing room service was a treat

parking garage to hotel

the pool was great, clean and hardly anyone there

a lot of good choices for breakfast, very clean and cozy. staff were very friendly.

there was a guest laundry room which was very convenient, and the breakfast was great

the pool and hot tub was great to soak in

i was sad the spa wasn't working

the kids really liked the pool area

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

strong chlorine smell from pool

they had a shuttle that was

people out in the courtyard the whole time so there wasn't very much appeal when it came to the pool and hot tub, which we were the most excited about

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

we loved using the pool

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

and bar area was great

the bar was very nice. the valet guys were great

it also has a lot to offer: pool, bar, restaurant, and vending machines

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

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

close to downtown, friendly staff, shuttle to events center. bar was great.

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

hotel has a shuttle for airport but we didn t know that so we paid for a cab

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

my plane got into des moines at 12 am so i missed the last shuttle to the hotel and had to pay for a taxi

no room service (minor complaint) (+) ordered room service for dinner and surprisingly excellent (-)bfast room service and the food (french toast) was cold and hard

shuttle to airport was on time for early morning flight out

said there was a bar in the booking ad but the bar was shut down and that was something we really wanted and part of

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

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

fabulous continental breakfast in a spacious sunny room

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

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

pool was shut down for maintenance

booked a 2 queen bed with sofa bed for my family of 4, kids are teenagers, and they did not keep this room for us upon checkin

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

the tiny pool.

lovely restaurant and bar area

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

and genuine, the staff were exceptional, the food and drinks at both the restaurant and espresso bar were top notch and the sense of escape one gets just from staying here is priceless

room service food was deliciously well

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

needed the sleep from travel in. missed the breakfast.

breakfast was good, something for everyone. the kids really enjoyed the pool.

the pool and hot tub were nice. the morning worker for breakfast was really nice and helpful.

it was cheaper to pay that and leave my vehicle at the hotel than to use airport parking

we had to go buy an air matress for our kids to sleep on

the breakfast is a typical hotel offering

breakfast was good and hot

just wished that breakfast would have been available earlier

smelled incredible, breakfast was the best ever

breakfast was awesome

when we went to the pool on sunday morning, there were no towels within sight

loved the room, the breakfast and pool!

beware of no hot tub but good pool

cold water in swimming pool due to 2 burned out heating lights

easy access to the airport, clean, comfortable appreciate the shuttle

the pull out couch and the room service was dinner was not that great.

the room was clean. we ordered room service and the food was great, but it was expensive!

the pool was beautiful and overlooked des moines and the whole place has a warm feel

the room service did not clean our room.

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

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

modern, clean rooms and a nice fitness room.

the fact that the hotel had a shuttle and the skywalk connected to the property made it easy to relax in the room, knowing my

no parking or free breakfast.

breakfast cost more than expected.

pool was great and beds were very comfortable.

the rooms, shower,breakfast and the staff.

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

beds were comfortable, i liked your breakfast options

loved the breakfast and pool the staff was nice and kind during my stay and helped me get a couple more pillows since i

the rooms were great. breakfast was good too.

pillows not the best. pool room is super loud

breakfast closed early, but it’s only temporary

great location, pool and outdoor area

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

plus lots of room for my kids to run

airport shuttle made things super easy

friendly staff and loved the shuttle service.

free beers each & munchies, couple cook to to order omelets & all that goes with, plus free shuttle for a 2 mile radius of the hotel

shuttle to the iowa fair was a great feature

the bed and kitchen area

staff lovely , free breakfast and free evening snacks and beer, large rooms, swimming pool, free laundry

was clean and comfortable the pool and hot tub where nice love the full size fridge and walkin

kitchen had all necessities

and we had to be at a volleyball tournament by 7:20 so we couldn’t even get breakfast for the kids which was a big reason why i selected the hotel in the first place

breakfast buffet was canceled without notice due to low occupancy.

the breakfast was high in price for basic items

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

the breakfast is not great and over priced.

complimentary breakfast.

i called the front desk to ask about laundry facilities

rate...early check in

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

friendly staff, clean guest laundry center

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

also laundry facilities were out of order - i was hoping to wash clothes after a long road trip

a longer breakfast time

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

room was perfect, pool; nice and clean and the breakfast was very good.

the breakfast was great and the room was really clean.

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

wifi did not work in our room worked everywhere in the hotel except the room

hotel advertised an open gym

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

the wifi was awful

breakfast was fine, location worked for us!

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

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

no breakfast

the breakfast in the morning was awesome from waffles to bacon egg cheese biscuits to cereal and alot

the breakfast was good

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

i wish there was some sort of breakfast

good breakfast, comfortable common areas

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

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

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

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

clean great breakfast

breakfast was good

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

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

first night, the pool was down

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

beautiful hotel, great breakfast nice rooms

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

room has a kitchenette.

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 amenities outside of a kitchen that wasn't needed for a short stay

pool, clean fresh white bedding and towels, great staff members, flexibility, vending machines and

the free breakfast is very nice as well with many options

we really liked the pool it was clean and the right temperature....

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

they were very friendly and had real breakfast and most of all the rooms was clean

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

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

great free breakfast

the breakfast was ok and you could hear neighbors sometimes.

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

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

breakfast was nice. good choices.

breakfast very good

staff,cleanliness, breakfast was good and room werenice

facilities were very nice-pool, fitness, kitchen area

very clean,great staff at front desk,super breakfast! would definitely stay again!

online said donuts and pastries but there wasn't any of that so my kids were disappointed

only complaint is the pool needs to be a lil warmer

we enjoyed the pool during our short stay

hot tub was closed. but the pool was open. needs electrical outlets on walls by the bed.

the free breakfast was amazing

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

good breakfast with some options

breakfast options were plentiful, pleasant staff

breakfast might be better than a restaurant

room came with a kitchen which was nice

kitchenette and full fridge.

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

we had two adjoining rooms and the kitchen space was fabulous

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

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

it was advertised as having a bar and it has been closed up for a while

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

very small pool.

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

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

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

staff was great breakfast was good parking was good

pool...hot tub...breakfast

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

warm and friendly reception, hot coffee in lobby, hot breakfast

the non-breakfast was the biggest spread of a non-breakfast i have ever had

i do hope they replace the sauna , however the pool and hot tub were phenomenal

the hot tub and pool were a great amenity

breakfast was wonderful, everything was warm and well stocked