Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport Conf Center By Ihg

The hotel centers on a tropical courtyard with an indoor pool and whirlpool under a glass dome. Guests can relax at the Lobby Bar or visit the hidden Speakeasy for a more private social environment. Kids ages 11 and under eat free at on-site restaurants, adding to the family-friendly appeal.

The Grill serves American cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options for brunch, lunch, and dinner. The hotel offers a fitness center, a well-equipped exercise room, and a free 24-hour airport shuttle that runs on demand. Pet-friendly accommodations are available with a small fee, and the property includes a minimarket on site.

Standard rooms include air-conditioning, private bathrooms, work desks, and soundproofing for a quiet stay. Many rooms offer views of the indoor pool courtyard or the atrium, such as the Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Courtyard View. The Standard King Room with Atrium View provides a comfortable seating area and a large mini-fridge and microwave.

Kids ages 11 and under eat free at the hotel's restaurant, The Grill, which offers a made-to-order breakfast and a children's menu. The indoor pool has a shallow end and swimming pool toys, and the atrium provides a safe, enclosed space for play. Nearby attractions include Blank Park Zoo, the Science Center of Iowa, and the Iowa State Fairgrounds.

The hotel has 34,000 square feet of flexible event and meeting spaces, designed for both business conferences and social gatherings. A business center, fax/photocopying, and meeting/banquet facilities are available for corporate guests. The complimentary shuttle service provides easy access to Des Moines International Airport, located just 5 minutes away.

Shuttle: Free 24-hour airport shuttle

Dining: Kids eat free at The Grill

Pool: Indoor tropical courtyard with whirlpool

Events: 34,000 sq ft conference center

Family: Nearby Blank Park Zoo and Science Center

Pet: Pet-friendly accommodations with fee