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Renaissance Savery Hotel

User score 3.8 out of 5 See all reviews
401 Locust St.,Des Moines, IA 50309
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Hotel policies

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Local currency: USD

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Renaissance Savery Hotel stands as an elegant architectural landmark in the heart of downtown Des Moines. With a tradition of fine hospitality and savvy service, it is here that presidents, generals and some of the Midwest's grandest events were celebrated. This Des Moines hotel is linked by climate controlled skywalk to the Convention Center, the Iowa Events Center & Wells Fargo Arena as well as businesses such as Principal Financial, Wells Fargo & Allied/Nationwide. The State Capitol Building, Drake University, Prairie Meadows Horse Track & Casino, & the Science Center of Iowa are all minutes from our door. The hotel features a health club with a large indoor pool, whirlpool, a steam room and sauna. If you're searching for a venue to host a romantic wedding or a meeting, the hotel has 12,400 sq ft of function space, innovative meeting technology and creative catering. Renaissance Savery, where hospitality and service are timeless.

Hotel policies

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Local currency: USD


Terms and conditions

*rate found for check-in Jan 2, check-out Jan 4

Rates displayed reflect the lowest rate found over the next 30 days. This rate is subject to change. Rates may not include service charges, extra person charges, fees or incidental charges (such as room service).

Converted rates (shown in parentheses) are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.

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Overall score

3.8 out of 5

(10 reviews)

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Hotel address: 401 Locust St., Des Moines, IA  50309  

 
 

Area served

Des Moines, Des Moines

Area airports

Des Moines, (DSM), 5.00, NE, Mile

Description

City - Location Type: City

This property has a smoke-free policy

Amenities

  • City Center
  • Turndown Service
  • Air Conditioned
  • ATM/Cash Machine
  • Business center
  • Valet Parking
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Internet Access
  • FAX
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • In Room Movies
  • Lounge
  • Wake-up Service
  • Rollaway Beds
  • Elevators
  • Laundry/Valet Services
  • Pets OK
  • Maid Service
  • Sofa Bed
  • Exercise Gym
  • Kitchenette
  • Hairdryer in Room
  • Airport shuttle
  • Radio
  • Shower
  • TV Remote Control
  • Microwave
  • Video Checkout
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Grab Bars in Bathroom
  • Connecting Rooms
  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • Handicapped rooms/facilities
  • Barber Shop
  • Barber/Beauty Shop
  • Ironing Board
  • Restaurant
  • News Stand
  • Wireless internet
  • Express Check In
  • Television with Cable
  • Fitness room
  • Telephone
  • Wet Bar
  • Smoke-free policy
  • Vending Machines
  • TV
  • Ice Machine
  • Iron
  • Cribs Available
  • Bath Tub
  • Free Newspaper
  • Express Checkout
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Coffee Shop

Dining

BOS

Contemporary Midwest Cuisine

Monihan's Speakeasy Lounge

Menu featuring sandwiches, salads and lite bites

El Bait Shop

Mexican and BBQ favorites using meats smoked on site.

Court Avenue Restaurant and Brewing Company

Des Moine's original brewpub located in the historic Saddlery Building.

Splash Seafood Bar and Grill

Island d'cor, saltwater aquariums and a sophisticated setting makes for delightful dining

801 Steak and Chop House

A five-star dining experience, featuring tender steaks and chops

On the Go@401

Featuring Starbuck's coffee, tea and specialty coffee drinks, plus pastries and sweet treat. Open on weekday from 6:30am to 2:00pm.

Hessen Haus

Authentic Bavarian food, beers and atmosphere, with outdoor dining available.

Sbrocco Wine Bar and Wine Shop

Deli style lunch menu with an upscale, eclectic dinner menu.

Reviews from our customers

Overall score

3.8 out of 5

(10 reviews)

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Score

3 out of 5

Classic hotel in great location

Peter Drake University Parent Oct 5, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Great location, within walking distance of dozens of fine restaurants, theater, museums, etc. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
3
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
4
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples


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4 out of 5

cleanest ever

blondie05 Aug 24, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Rooms were very update, and I cant say enough about how clean the rooms were. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
2
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
3
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

4 out of 5

Great old hotel in the heart of the city

Rustyfender Jul 25, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We were surprised to find a nice size room, the result of a tasteful remodel where two very small rooms were combined ... apparently by removing the center wall, resulting in a bathroom for each of us- one with a luxury shower, the other with a tub. Great attention to detail, and the best hotel in the city to stroll to the civic center, Court Avenue nightlife, and Saturday morning farmers market.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
3
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples


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Money savers tip

On the weekend, park at the meters which are free Friday @ 6pm through Sunday. That will save you from paying for valet or the garage.

--Brian, Idaho May 25, 2009

Dining tip, Short Walk

Not a lot, but some interesting choices.

--Robin, USA Mar 10, 2008

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Walk

short walk to convention center, civic center, central business district.

--Sumire, Los Angeles, CA Dec 9, 2007

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Reviews from our customers

Overall score

3.8 out of 5

(10 reviews)

Hotel reviews: About the scores

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Score

3 out of 5

Classic hotel in great location

Peter Drake University Parent Oct 5, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Great location, within walking distance of dozens of fine restaurants, theater, museums, etc. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
3
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
4
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples


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4 out of 5

cleanest ever

blondie05 Aug 24, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Rooms were very update, and I cant say enough about how clean the rooms were. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
2
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
3
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

4 out of 5

Great old hotel in the heart of the city

Rustyfender Jul 25, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We were surprised to find a nice size room, the result of a tasteful remodel where two very small rooms were combined ... apparently by removing the center wall, resulting in a bathroom for each of us- one with a luxury shower, the other with a tub. Great attention to detail, and the best hotel in the city to stroll to the civic center, Court Avenue nightlife, and Saturday morning farmers market.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
3
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

3 out of 5

Dsm 4 days

Myke Jul 20, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Hotel room was nice and clean. Was nice having two separate bathrooms for a couple. Staff was friendly and attentive. ... Nothing really to do in hotel as far as bars or restaurants, although they have them, there was no one in them. Good downtown location. Overall, if you want to be in downtown Des Moines I would recommend this hotel and I would stay there again.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Great old hotel

Brian May 25, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

I was lead to believe by my booking on cheap tickets that I had reserved a room with two beds but when I got there, the only ... normal rooms available were kings. They upgraded me to a very nice spacious suite with two double beds for no extra charge even though it was a busy graduation weekend. Excellent service.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Family

Money savers tip

On the weekend, park at the meters which are free Friday @ 6pm through Sunday. That will save you from paying for valet or the garage.


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Score

5 out of 5

Very cool hotel. Well ...

Deborah Nov 23, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

Very cool hotel. Well kept, very nice staff. I had an awesome corner room, comfortable bed, couldn't really hear others in ... the hotel. It was very close to Court Avenue with great restaruants and bars. I loved this hotel!!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Friends


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

A comfy stay

Robin Mar 10, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

Nice clean white soft sheets, duvet, & pillows. Housekeeping was a bit noisy very early (before 8 am), but I enjoyed the ... comfy bed anyway.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, Short Walk

Not a lot, but some interesting choices.


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Score

5 out of 5

Great stay

philomena Feb 1, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

The Renaissance Savery Hotel,in DES MOINES,IA is always a pleasure to stay at. Its location, so close to the Civic Center, ... is very desirable. This was our second stay with them. Our last stay was on a weekend night. Our one king room was small but comfortable. We were very pleased with the hotel except that the dining room was closed part of the time to accommodate a wedding reception in the evening. This was inconvenient. We were pleasantly surprised when the hotel upgraded our room. This room with 2 double beds was much bigger with a desk, couch, and 2 bathrooms. They have a parking garage nearby, but do not valid parking. The parking fee is yours to pay.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

nice hotel staff

Sumire Dec 9, 2007

Would recommend to a friend!

The room is small, but has good connection with internet. The hotel location is very good, almost at the center of Des ... Moines. The hotel is connected to the glass sky walk so that you do not have to walk outside.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Business

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Walk

short walk to convention center, civic center, central business district.


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

My review of Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Gail Aug 12, 2007

Would recommend to a friend!

The hotel was very clean and well maintained. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The bed was extremely comfortable and ... the decorating was quite impressive. However, we brought our laptop and were unable to use it, the maintenance man was not able to help either, so we were told to use the tv/computer keyboard, but were unable to get it to work. Other than that, our stay was very enjoyable, and we would definitely stay there when we return. The location of the hotel was perfect for our visit.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Walk

The hotel was close to everywhere we went. It is a short walk to most attractions and eating establishments.


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Reviews represent the opinions of Orbitz customers, not of Orbitz or its staff.

Sort tips by: most recent | distance from hotel

Money savers tip

On the weekend, park at the meters which are free Friday @ 6pm through Sunday. That will save you from paying for valet or the garage.

--Brian, Idaho May 25, 2009

Dining tip, Short Walk

Not a lot, but some interesting choices.

--Robin, USA Mar 10, 2008

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Walk

short walk to convention center, civic center, central business district.

--Sumire, Los Angeles, CA Dec 9, 2007

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Walk

The hotel was close to everywhere we went. It is a short walk to most attractions and eating establishments.

--Gail, USA Aug 12, 2007

Reviews represent the opinions of Orbitz customers, not of Orbitz or its staff.

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