Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 star property
Hotel with health club, near Drake University

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Lobby
Exterior
Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Restaurant
Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower) | Bathroom shower
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
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Map
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • Popular LocationHy Vee Hall16 min walk
  • Popular LocationWells Fargo Arena17 min walk
  • Popular LocationPrincipal Park18 min walk
  • AirportDes Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)16 min drive

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Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Roll-In Shower)

8.6/10 Very Good
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

8.5/10 Very Good
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

10/10 Exceptional
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

10/10 Exceptional
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

10/10 Exceptional
  • 247.6 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

Located in Downtown Des Moines within a mile (2 km) of Hy Vee Hall, Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Drake University. This hotel has 234 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Hy Vee Hall - 16 min walk
  • Iowa Events Center - 16 min walk
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 17 min walk
  • Principal Park - 18 min walk
  • Drake University - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • The nearest major airport is Des Moines International Airport (DSM): 16-min drive, 5.2 mi/8.3 km.

Restaurants

  • Mash + Marrow - 6 min walk
  • Fresko - 2 min walk
  • Centro - 2 min walk
  • Americana - 6 min walk
  • 801 Chophouse - 10 min walk

About this property

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel with health club, near Drake University
Guests of Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Valet parking is available for USD 33.00 per night. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include conference space, a business center, and a library.
TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, phones, and ironing boards. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a health club.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 33 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 10 to 20 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Hobnob
  • Proudfoot & Bird

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 11 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1919
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 75
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10–20 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 33.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)

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 uses wind, solar, and geothermal energy
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
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: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

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 uses wind, solar, and geothermal energy.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Fort Des Moines
Fort Hotel
Hotel Fort
Hotel Fort Des Moines
Hotel Fort Des Moines Iowa
Hotel Fort Des Moines
Hotel Fort Des Moines Curio Collection
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton Hotel
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton?

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton?

As of May 29, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton on Jun 23, 2024 start from $136.85, 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 Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Des Moines, just steps from The Temple for Performing Arts and Des Moines Public Library, and within a short walk of 801 Grand. You'll also find Hy Vee Hall and Blank Park Zoo within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton?

Yes, secured valet parking is offered for USD 33.00 per night with in/out privileges. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton feature a casino?

No, Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant and a restaurant bar plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Proudfoot & Bird.

Does Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton?

The closest major airport to Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton is Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is 5.2 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton.

Does Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton offer wedding services?

There are wedding services available at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton if that's in your vacation plans.

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms and space.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great experience and great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes, I would stay here again.
I stayed 1 night on a business trip. Checked in at 8 pm and out at 7:30 a.m. Shower and bed were amazing. I didn't have time to eat at either of the restaurants. Hotel was lovely. Everything was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodger

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine, Saint Paul

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
When we pulled up to unload… There were no signs or individuals to help us. My husband had to run into the front desk - he told them that we were checking in… asked about parking. The person said that the valet would be able to help us but never mentioned. How/where to unload Crazy!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a beautiful property! We stayed for a family wedding and it was a perfect location for the event.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terra

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel great service!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024