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Discover 730 Drake hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Terrace/patio

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (855)
"Great place to stay! Wonderful staff especially Gina at the front desk and Sue at the breakfast bar. "
The price is SAR 411
SAR 461 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
1 bedroom, free WiFi

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (266)
"Excellent service, the rooms were very nice of "
The price is SAR 334
SAR 374 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (902)
"We were in town for a high School graduation. The accomodatins were great and the staff was excellent! Breakfast was very good with different selections and very clean."
The price is SAR 401
SAR 449 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (789)
"Beautiful accommodations. Very friendly staff. Great restaurants close by. Right across the street from outlets! We had a great stay."
The price is SAR 536
SAR 601 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
Surety Hotel
Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Surety Hotel

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Great hotel. "
Surety Hotel
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Exterior

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1007)
"Nice accommodations "
The price is SAR 300
SAR 336 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (801)
"Great stay!"
The price is SAR 315
SAR 353 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Qube Hotel
Interior entrance

Qube Hotel

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (659)
"Excellent place to stay"
The price is SAR 327
SAR 385 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Qube Hotel
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lobby

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1006)
"Hotel was amazing and the vallet staff were the kindest people."
The price is SAR 456
SAR 511 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Indoor spa tub

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1707)
"The BEST place we’ve stayed at, room and amenities are perfect and meets our expectations! We will definitely stay again when we’re in the area!"
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
Property amenity

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great location, great breakfast area, small rooms but have what ya need!"
The price is SAR 290
SAR 325 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton
Terrace/patio

Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Great location and beautiful building "
The price is SAR 545
SAR 611 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
Lobby

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (428)
"Very clean and quiet. Nice breakfast too."
The price is SAR 325
SAR 364 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
Reception

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (500)
"Nice clean room with comfortable beds."
The price is SAR 347
SAR 389 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
Comfort Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Exterior

Comfort Inn & Suites West Des Moines

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (481)
"Close to mall and interstate. "
The price is SAR 347
SAR 389 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Comfort Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Des Lux Hotel
Lobby sitting area

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
"Beautiful property, friendly staff, great location. Would stay again! "
The price is SAR 570
SAR 639 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Des Lux Hotel
Best Western Plus Des Moines West Inn & Suites
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Des Moines West Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (800)
"Love staying there"
The price is SAR 335
SAR 375 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Best Western Plus Des Moines West Inn & Suites
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Lobby

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Clean and friendly staff, room was huge and breakfast was delish. "
The price is SAR 347
SAR 389 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Exterior

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Free parking and close to downtown core. "
The price is SAR 453
SAR 508 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Element West Des Moines
Lobby

Element West Des Moines

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (688)
"Great hotel ! Great location and we loved the outdoor hot tub and firepit . "
The price is SAR 462
SAR 518 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Element West Des Moines
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Where to stay in Drake

Find the best Drake areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes landscape views, a skyscraper and a city
Downtown Des Moines map

Downtown Des Moines

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Downtown Des Moines boasts corporate campuses, fine dining, and unique retail destinations. Explore the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and enjoy easy access to DART transit and skywalk connections.

Court District map

Court District

Court District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Science Center of Iowa and Polk County Courthouse while in the area.

Historic East Village
Historic East Village map

Historic East Village

Directly east of Downtown Des Moines, this nationally recognized historic district boasts the Iowa State Capitol complex, State of Iowa Historical Museum, and Des Moines Botanical Gardens. Explore eateries, boutique shops, and loft-style housing in its charming structures.

Southwestern Hills map

Southwestern Hills

While Southwestern Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.

Grays Lake featuring a lake or waterhole
Greater South Side map

Greater South Side

While Greater South Side might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.

Frequently asked questions

What is Drake like?

Travelers to the Drake neighborhood in Des Moines will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for Drake travel tips? Be sure to check out Des Moines Community Playhouse and Knapp Center while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Drake?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University is the highest ranked property in Drake. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Drake University, and it offers free breakfast and an indoor pool.

How many hotels will I find in the Drake area?

Expedia has 48 hotels and other accommodations in Drake to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Des Moines area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Drake, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer in Drake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Drake?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your trip to Drake, head over to our customer service page.

What is there to do in this Des Moines neighborhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Drake are Des Moines Community Playhouse and Knapp Center. Burns United Methodist Church and Waveland Municipal Golf Course are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Des Moines.