See all properties

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

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

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

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

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

Book today, save on your next hotel stay

It's that easy when you're a member of Orbitz Rewards. It's free to join!

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

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

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

You may also like

Ad
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free rollaway beds

Homewood Suites by Hilton West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

West Des Moines
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 449 reviews
The price is $132
$118 nightly
$132 total
Total includes taxes and fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Homewood Suites by Hilton West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

About the neighborhood

Des Moines

Located in Downtown Des Moines, Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center is adjacent to Wells Fargo Arena and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Iowa Events Center. This 155-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Wells Fargo Arena - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 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 vending machine.
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

Similar properties

Exterior

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, 1,009 reviews
$121 nightly
The price is $135
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total includes taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

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
  • Smoke-free property

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

As of Jun 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center on Jun 25, 2025 start from $160.65, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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

This hotel is situated in Downtown Des Moines, just steps from Wells Fargo Arena and Iowa Events Center, and within a short walk of Hy Vee Hall. You'll also find Principal Park and Iowa State Fairgrounds within a short drive.

Is there parking available 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 this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

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 that I can book 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. 560 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1003 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

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

8/10 Good

Bret

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Only comment is walls very thin. Could hear talking in next room all night. Also toilets are way too low!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Heather

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Close to area

Was clean. Very old and kinda rough looking. Close to area and that was the goal.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Brita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice hotel but bed not comfy!

This hotel is located across from Mercy One and adjacent to Wells Fargo Arena. First impressions were that it’s a well kept, nice hotel! Front desk staff were welcoming with a quick check in. The room was also clean with a desk, chair/ottoman, and TV, toiletries in bathroom. The bed was not very comfortable, I tossed and turner on this mattress, however the linens and pillows were great. The BF area was staffed and had the standards available: scrambled and hard boiled eggs, waffles, sausage, bagels, toast and muffins, fresh fruit and yogurt as well as juice and coffee. I would stay here again, but the bed was really an issue for me.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I used to be a regular visitor to this property when it was under a different brand. It had been six years since I was last at this hotel, and the upgrades and remodeling were very nice. Staff is very friendly, as usual.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie, Neligh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, room was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to the Wells Fargo arena
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was nice. Room was clean. Romote was dirty and sticky. No hot water when i took a shower. Fridge had a towel in the bottom of it collecting water from the block of ice defrosting from the little freezer section.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice view & clean room!! The staff is awesome...Yummy free breakfast ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds, clean, and convenient place to stay near hospitals in Des Moines
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Amenities
Very nice hotel, lots of free parking. Downtown restaurants are a few blocks away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Myles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

Hotels

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
Kimpton Shorebreak Huntington Beach Resort by IHG
Villas Richmond
Hotels with Hot Tubs in Fairview Heights
Historic Hotels in Reno
Pelican Beach Resort & Conference Center
Cabin Rentals Gympie
Hotels with Kitchenettes in Fort Worth
Romantic Getaways & Hotels in Raleigh
Hotel Blackhawk, Autograph Collection
Holiday Inn Dubuque/Galena by IHG
Hotels in Collingwood
Hotel Julien Dubuque
Circa Resort & Casino – Adults Only

Flights

Flights from Mexico City to Manila
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Orlando (MCO)
Flights from St. Louis to Sioux Falls
Flights from Denver to Prescott
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Portland (PWM)
Flights from Cincinnati to Dublin
Flights from Bemidji to Minneapolis - St. Paul
Flights from Los Angeles to Fresno
Flights from Charlotte to Orlando
Flights from Marquette to Phoenix

Cars

Car rentals in Gainesville
Car rentals in Omaha
Car rentals in Baltimore

Cruise

Cruises to Africa

Packages

Vienna Vacations