Travellers to the Drake neighbourhood in Des Moines will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for Drake travel tips? Make sure that you visit Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Drake?

Based on our traveller data, Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University is one of the top choices for your stay 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 can I expect to find in the Drake area?

Expedia has 47 hotels and other accommodation options 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 before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able 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 use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals in Drake.

What is there to do in this Des Moines neighbourhood?

La Casa Cultural Center, Black Cultural Center and Henry G. Harmon Fine Arts Center are family favourites to check out in Drake. You could also plan a visit to Knapp Center or Des Moines Community Playhouse while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Drake include Waveland Municipal Golf Course, Terrace Hill and Hoyt Sherman Place. While you're out sightseeing in Des Moines, make sure that you visit other sights such as Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden or John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

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An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake

Jennifer

Rp2.102.394 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 3.2 km from Drake

Yekaterina

Rp2.591.078 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A luxurious living room with a stone fireplace, a large mirror, and two blue armchairs.

3. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 3.2 km from Drake

Erica

Rp3.022.725 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A bed with white bedding and pillows against a textured wall.

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 3.6 km from Drake

Meg

Rp2.205.934 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 3.3 km from Drake

Mark

Rp2.021.112 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.

6. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

8.7 km from Drake

Susan

Rp1.938.934 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

7. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 3.2 km from Drake

clayton

Rp2.861.753 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

8. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills, 9.1 km from Drake

Michael

Rp1.891.936 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 3 km from Drake

joseph

Rp2.010.184 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading 'Staybridge Suites' on the facade.

10. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village, 4 km from Drake

Dawn R.

Rp2.265.553 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

11. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 7.1 km from Drake

John

Rp1.397.344 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, featuring a cocktail and candles.

12. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Historic East Village, 4 km from Drake

Candy

Rp2.591.079 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a round coffee table, sofas, and a TV mounted on the wall.

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

9.4 km from Drake

Galen

Rp2.441.383 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a TV screen.

14. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 3.2 km from Drake

Julie

Rp3.461.358 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, wicker furniture, and string lights.

15. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 4 km from Drake

Michael

Rp2.605.984 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.

16. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Watrous South, 7.1 km from Drake

Crystal

Rp2.262.348 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a classic brick facade, large windows, and a prominent Liberty Building sign.

17. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 3.3 km from Drake

RYAN

Rp2.186.061 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A reception desk with a sign reading "AmericInn" and a clock on the wall.

18. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 7.2 km from Drake

James

Rp1.299.093 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central fireplace, and potted plants.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

9 km from Drake

Richard

Rp2.435.471 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

20. Wildwood Lodge

9.5 km from Drake

Paul

Rp1.920.357 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Where to stay in Drake

Find the best Drake areas for the activities you enjoy most.

The entrance to the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden with a large dome structure in the background.

Downtown Des Moines

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by 801 Grand or Des Moines Civic Center might round out your trip.

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A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings and a prominent tower.

Court District

Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while you're in town.

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Historic East Village

Find beautiful government buildings, cultural attractions and a garden oasis in this older section of the city extending along a pretty riverfront.

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An aerial view of a city with a large stadium, parking lots, and surrounding buildings.

Fairground

While Fairground may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Iowa State Fairgrounds and Iowa State Capitol Building.

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A calm lake surrounded by trees and a stone bridge.

Greater South Side

While there might not be top attractions in Greater South Side, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

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Top Drake Hotel Reviews

Wildwood Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed for one night and this would be our choice among many choices to stay again if we were to head this way again. Very helpful staff, and very nice amenities"

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

8/10 Good

"We’ve stayed here a number of times over the last 15 years. It’s definitely showing it age in some places. The pool area hasn’t changed at all. Parts of the pirate ship showing wear, hot tub desperately needs recoated inside. Paint is peeling & the water was far from pristine. Exterior room doors facing pool show age & slight mildew look from pool chemicals in the air & humidity. We’ll still continue to make trips here but would love to see some renovations to the great pool areas. The kids love going here! Breakfast was good nothing special. Waffles were made for us. Yogurt, fruit. No meat of any kind though. Pizza & chicken restaurant on site is good. One of the best pizzas I’ve had in a long time. Room was clean, our TV worked but the family with us next door couldn’t get theirs to show any channels. Needs updating to smart TVs. My two complaints - he blinds beside the doors facing pool. Get blackout curtains!! Or bring your own because the pool lights never go out & the blinds are old & let lots of light in. And we had to evacuate the hotel at 9:30 at night for fire alarms. We had NO one from staff come check on any of us out the back doors. Eventually we all just went back in after the alarms went off. No clue what happened, but an employee told my son it happens frequently."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

10/10 Excellent

"My room was clean and comfortable. All towels and paper goods were well stocked. I enjoyed being able to use my Netflix acct on the TV in the room. Breakfast area was clean and well stocked. Weekdays: 6-9am Weekends: 7-10am Good variety of foods. Will definitely go back again!"

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Our top choices for Drake hotels

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

3. Des Lux Hotel

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

6. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

7. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

8. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

10. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

11. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

12. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

14. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

15. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

16. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

17. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

18. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

20. Wildwood Lodge

Where to stay in Drake

Downtown Des Moines

Court District

Historic East Village

Fairground

Greater South Side

Top Drake Hotel Reviews

Wildwood Lodge

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