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Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

2.5 star property

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A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a beige armchair, a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall, a fireplace, and a dining area in the background.
A hotel reception area with multiple coffee machines, a small seating area, and a counter with various amenities.
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An indoor swimming pool with a blue and white color scheme, a lifeguard station, and seating areas with chairs and tables.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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929 3rd St, Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • Place, Iowa Events Center
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, EMC Expo Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, and a chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, and a chair.

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a blue armchair, a brown sofa, a wooden coffee table, a desk with a computer, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bathtub, a framed picture of a building, a bedside table, and a bench.

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, a lamp, and an air conditioning unit.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Casey's Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • EMC Expo Center - 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 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jethro's Bbq All Stars - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Comfort Inn & Suites Event 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 front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning or laundry, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, coffee/tea in a common area, and a meeting room.
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.

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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 self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • 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
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On a river

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
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

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 (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting.
  • 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 Aug 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center on Sep 6, 2026 start from $111, including 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 within a 10-minute walk of Casey's Center and Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge. You'll also find Principal Park and Iowa State Fairgrounds within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited parking spaces, wheelchair-accessible van 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 good for couples?

At this riverfront hotel, couples will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool plus some guestrooms include river views and a jetted bathtub.

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 each morning 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.

Does Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or 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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center.

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 588 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 277 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1008 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Cheslyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and wonderful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another great stay, everyone was super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean, breakfast was great and the staff was pleasant and accommodating. We had a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to off the interstate with free parking. Walking distance to all the downtown life as well. Great breakfast and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great stay again as usual!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Naoko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were able to hear neighbors noises Staff was nice Breakfast was nice Great location to explore the town
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Quiet. Comfortable bed. Super helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darcie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location next to Event Center. We were there for a dance competition..great breakfast and large eating area. Small elevators but made it work. Great walkable area
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff keep up
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stanton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was in a convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
In town for Home show. Very walkable to event center and downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a great size and very clean. The staff was always friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms with great parking and good breakfast. Easily located downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast menu could have offered a variety of hot food. They just has eggs and ham.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was busy, there was plenty of food and staff. Front desk was warm and friendly. Parking was easy. Check in took 5 minutes. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dakota

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff and location!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was an amazing stay: very clean, friendly service & great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very pleasant very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MODESTO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent costumer service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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