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Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel in Urbandale with a 24-hour fitness center and an indoor pool

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Restaurant
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Property entrance
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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4800 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA, 50322
  • Place, Merle Hay Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Jordan Creek Town Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living and Dining Area)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living and Dining Area)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living and Dining Area)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living and Dining Area)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Parlour Room) | Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed (Parlour Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living Area)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living Area)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication, Accessible Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Urbandale

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Merle Hay Mall, Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG places you within a few miles (5 km) of Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters. This 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 198 rooms and conveniences like an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 11 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Casey's Center - 12 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 16 min drive - 13.4 miles
  • Iowa State University - 36 min drive - 45.7 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

Hotel in Urbandale with a 24-hour fitness center and an indoor pool
At Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG, guests enjoy features like an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free airport shuttle (available on request). The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and a business center.
37-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport pillow menus. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request
  • Free area shuttle up to 2 mi
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 15,000 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
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
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 40 per pet, per stay
  • Pet weight must not exceed 50 lbs per pet
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free rollaway/extra beds are available
  • 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • In-room microwave fee: USD 7 per night

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available during limited hours). 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. 
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Hotel Moines Northwest
Holiday Inn Moines Northwest
Holiday Inn Hotel Moines Northwest Urbandale
Holiday Inn Moines Northwest Urbandale
Holiday Inn Hotel Suites Des Moines Northwest
Holiday Inn Hotel Suites Des Moines Northwest an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG?

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG?

As of Feb 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG on Mar 12, 2026 start from $93.0, 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 can I see close to Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG?

This hotel is located in Urbandale, close to Casey's Center, Merle Hay Mall, and Living History Farms. You'll also find Val Air Ballroom and Buccaneer Arena within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG include a casino?

No, Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG for a fee of USD 40 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG is Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is 22.5 mi away (34 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG.

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 456 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Front desk female staff were very accommodating when I didn't like the first room assignment.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jenna

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The rokm was cold, we tried adjusting the thermostat multiple times, but it wouldn't adjust. When we arrived it was 65, we turned it up to 72 and when returned it was back down to 65. We all, including kidsz had a hard time sleeping because if jt. Small, but no trash can liners.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Geoffrey J

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was clean. Nice reception desk and friendly persons at desk.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay and nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, DES MOINES

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean hotel, staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay here. The hotel was clean. Staff was very kind and helpful. There was a lot of amenities in the area food shopping. I will definitely be staying here again if I’m ever in Iowa.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

allycia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. Michael at the front desk was extremely helpful. The restaurant attached was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The rooms were clean. Staff was very friendly and helpful! The parking seemed safe.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Amenities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was good. Have no complaints. Price was right.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randeen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and very reasonable and great restaurant and lounge attached to hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff is so friendly! They go above and Beyond to make sure your stay is all you want it to be.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane, Burlington

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

nick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bed. Clean room. Hot shower. Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient parking stay was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

mike

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was old .. needed maintenance.. not clean .. price was reflective of condition of hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Erik

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

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