Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG

3 stars
7.2
Good
based on 307 reviews
307 reviews
4800 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 50322, United States
4800 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA
+1 515 278 4755
Tue 11/8
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Wed 12/8
2 guests, 1 room
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Executive room, 1 king bed
$138
Queen room, 2 queen beds
$140
Standard Room, bed type unknown
$168
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Overview

Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest is Urbandale's premier full-service hotel, perfectly positioned at the convergence of I80, I35, and Merle Hay Road. Whether you're traveling for business or bringing the whole family, we have everything you need under one roof, and we're just minutes from the region's most important corporate campuses. Business travelers choose us for proximity to John Deere, Corteva, Principal Financial, MercyOne, Allied Insurance, Hy Vee headquarters, and the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy at Camp Dodge. Our conference center features 17,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, the largest hotel event facility in the Urbandale/Des Moines-Northwest market. After a long day, unwind at our on-site Bennigan's restaurant and bar, open daily from 6:30 AM to 11:00 PM for breakfast, lunch, dinner, cocktails, and room service. Take a dip in our large heated indoor pool with outdoor patio, work out in the 24 hour fitness center, or relax in a spacious suite with microwave, mini-refrigerator, Keurig coffee maker, and 49 inch HDTV. Our complimentary area shuttle runs within a 3 mile radius, including Merle Hay Mall and Des Moines International Airport pickups by arrangement. With over 350 free parking spaces, we're the easy choice for groups, events, and extended stays. Pets are always welcome.
7.2
Good
307 reviews

Latest deals for Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG

Tue 11/8
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Wed 12/8
Executive room, 1 king bed
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Queen room, 2 queen beds
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Standard Room, 2 queen beds
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Queen room, 2 queen beds
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
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Executive room, 1 king bed
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Queen room, 2 queen beds
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King room, 1 king bed
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Executive room, 1 king bed
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
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Queen room, 2 queen beds
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Standard Room, 1 king bed
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King room, 1 king bed
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
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King room, 1 king bed
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Amenities at Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG

  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Shuttle service (free)

Dining

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Microwave
  • Snack bar
  • Kitchenware
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Dining area

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom

Parking and transportation

  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Parking
  • Free airport shuttle

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Picnic area

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Shopping

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG

7.2
Good
307 verified ratings
Wonderful
106
Very good
55
Good
34
Okay
30
Fair
26
Mediocre
17
Poor
39

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Overall, guests found the hotel to be clean, with comfortable beds and a convenient location close to restaurants and amenities. The staff was frequently described as friendly and accommodating, and several guests enjoyed the attached restaurant. However, some guests experienced maintenance issues with amenities such as the pool, elevators, and mini fridges, and there were occasional complaints about noise, outdated decor, and limited breakfast options. Despite these drawbacks, the positive aspects of cleanliness, service, and location stood out in the reviews.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Location8.5 out of 10
Service8 out of 10
Bed Comfort7.5 out of 10
Restaurant7 out of 10
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7.7
Good
Anonymous, Sept 2016
Pros (+) beds were comfortable, requests to front desk were handled promptly
Cons (-) booked one night by company and one by self- had to checkout and then checkin again-why can't the hotel take care of this if staying 2 nights? business meeting was in basement room which was crowded 1...
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Location

4800 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 50322

What's nearby

  • Allen Hazen Water Tower4.1 km
  • Drake University6.3 km
  • College Corner Commercial Historic Business District7 km
  • Des Moines Art Center7.4 km
  • Henry Wallace House8.1 km
  • The Lexington8.1 km
  • Terrace Hill8.4 km
  • Scottish Rite Consistory Building8.9 km
  • Cathedral Church of Saint Paul8.9 km
  • Des Moines Public Library9 km
  • 801 Grand9 km
  • Iowa Events Center9 km

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Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG

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The cheapest month to stay at Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG is December, with an average nightly rate of $163. The most expensive month is April at $398 per night.

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The cheapest day to book Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG is Tuesday, with an average nightly rate of $178. The most expensive day is Saturday at $379 per night.

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FAQs when booking at Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG

  • Where is Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG located?

    Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG is located at 4800 Merle Hay Road, 9.2 km from the centre of Des Moines. Allen Hazen Water Tower is the closest landmark to Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG.

  • Does Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG offer free airport shuttle service?

    Yes, Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG offers free airport shuttle service.

  • How far is Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG from the airport?

    Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG is 12.7 km from Des Moines. Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG is 108.2 km from Fort Dodge.

  • Does Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG have a pool?

    Yes, Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG has a pool on-site.

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7.1
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Des Moines
12.7 km

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