Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

2.5 star property
Riverwalk hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Indoor pool
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Free buffet breakfast
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included

Explore the area

Map
929 3rd St, Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • Iowa Events Center
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Wells Fargo Arena
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Hy Vee Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub, River View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(85 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

Located in Downtown Des Moines, Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center is next to popular attractions like Iowa Events Center and Casey's Center. This 155-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Iowa Events Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hy Vee Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Des Moines Civic Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Principal Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Zombie Burger + Drink Lab - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Buzzard Billy's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Fort - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bud Zone - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Riverwalk hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center
At Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, coffee/tea in a common area, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 7 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 10 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 10 per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet deposit: USD 10 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Quality Event Des Moines
Quality Inn Event
Quality Inn Event Des Moines
Des Moines Quality Inn
Quality Inn & Suites Event Center Des Moines, Iowa
Quality Inn & Suites Event Hotel Des Moines
Quality Inn And Suites Event Center
Quality Inn Des Moines
Quality Inn Event Center
Comfort Inn Event Center Hotel Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Des Moines within a 10-minute walk of Casey's Center and Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge. You'll also find Des Moines Civic Center and Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited per unit, accessible parking is also available. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Does Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center include a casino on the premises?

No, Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

Is Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center a good place to stay for couples?

At this riverfront hotel, couples will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs and kitchenettes.

Does Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center have a hot tub?

No, but some guestrooms at this hotel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center offers free buffet breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Will Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center for a fee of USD 10 per pet, per day. A deposit of USD 10 per day is collected.

Are there connecting rooms at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How close is the airport from Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

The closest major airport to Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center is Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is 5.9 mi away (25 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center.

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 565 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 303 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1009 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet so far.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stacy L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All was amazing except I had to run the water very, very long time before it got warm. Never had hot water. Both morning and night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect

Stayed here on the way home from visiting my girlfriend sister in Denver. Perfect place to stop. Very good service in and out easy and lots of stuff to do around there favorite Des Moines hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

mitch

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff! Breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristi

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Esther

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not applicable
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jolene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here several times for events at the arena and event center. It is super convenient to be able to walk the short distance to both of those locations. Hotel is clean, check in staff was very pleasant and rooms are clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Marcia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

nice enough hotel, great location

This hotel is super convenient if you're attending an event at Wells Fargo Arena or going anywhere in downtown Des Moines. Another perk is the free parking. The hotel itself is rather rundown and likely in need of some renovations. That being said, our room was comfortable and check in and check out were very quick. Our room was mostly clean - just underneath the chairs seemed like hadn't seen a vacuum for a time. I was a little surprised that the Sunday breakfast didn't go later than 9:30, and the staff literally hauled everything away at 9:30 on the dot (I snagged a bagel as they were loading things up!), so just know that in advance if you're wanting breakfast. Overall, though, the location was what was most important for me and this hotel fit the bill.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Didn’t use the shower because the water took forever to drain.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Brooklyn Park

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here a few times now and have never been disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a nice getaway, loved it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025