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Top 10 Hotels in Drake

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Relax in a serene outdoor space with a sofa, chairs, and tables under a pergola with hanging lights and a fire feature.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (894)
"Excellent stay"
The price is S$165
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Enjoy a home-cooked meal in our fully equipped kitchen with a long counter, coffee maker, toaster, and blender.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"A safe and friendly place to stay."
The price is S$144
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Hotel Pommier Indianola
Enjoy cooking and dining in this well-equipped kitchen with a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

Hotel Pommier Indianola

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (393)
"Good stay"
The price is S$154
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Hotel Pommier Indianola
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Relax in a cozy seating area with a sofa, chairs, and coffee table, surrounded by lush potted plants and a view of the surrounding building.

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1031)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff! "
The price is S$149
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale
Welcome to our lobby, featuring a central reception desk, comfortable seating, and lush greenery.

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great stay. "
The price is S$169
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
Relax in our comfortable seating area with a sofa and armchairs, surrounded by a nature-inspired mural and decorative rug.

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (515)
"Hotel is very new, so very clean, friendly staff. "
The price is S$133
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG
Relax in the hotel's outdoor lounge area, featuring wicker sofas and chairs, a fire pit, and a brick wall.

Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (44)
"Nice property and nice staff! "
The price is S$165
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG
Des Lux Hotel
Welcome to the Des Lux Hotel, featuring a grand entrance with a bold sign, double doors, and elegant planters.

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1009)
"Great place very cool hotel!"
The price is S$218
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Des Lux Hotel
Aloft Waukee
Enjoy meals in this stylish dining area with a long table, black chairs, and a vibrant rug.

Aloft Waukee

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (115)
"We stay here often and really enjoy it."
The price is S$163
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Aloft Waukee
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA
Welcome to Country Inn & Suites, featuring a traditional exterior design with a covered entrance and inviting walkway.

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (980)
"property is a little dated, but clean and staff is friendly."
The price is S$148
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Stunning hotel with a modern architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance and covered walkway.

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (833)
"A+++ Quality Hotel always treated me as a valued customer, and this hotel is so convenient "
The price is S$128
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
Guests can enjoy a warm welcome at this hotel, surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and a modern architectural design.

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

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (910)
"Very nice and quiet hotel and delicious breakfast in great area "
The price is S$148
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
Welcome to Comfort Plus, where guests can check in and enjoy a warm atmosphere.

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (444)
"Clean and great staff. "
The price is S$179
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
Qube Hotel
Cozy living area with a central console table, featuring decorative items and vases.

Qube Hotel

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (675)
"Excellent place to stay"
The price is S$131
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Qube Hotel
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Relax in a spacious living room with a panoramic city view, featuring a sofa, armchairs, and a flat-screen TV.

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1009)
"Great boutique hotel. Nice attention to detail and very cool that they showcase a local distillery "
The price is S$255
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale
Relax by the pool, surrounded by a safe and well-maintained environment.

TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (718)
"comfy bed"
The price is S$157
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
Enjoy meals and snacks at this hotel's communal dining area, featuring a long table and separate seating with cushioned chairs.

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (708)
"Nice looking place well kept up great staff and quiet location and nice place to rest."
The price is S$134
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines West
Experience the serene hotel setting with a tranquil water body reflecting the surrounding architecture, flanked by well-maintained gardens and a stone bridge.

Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines West

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (488)
"Hotel was quiet; enjoyed the patio area. Our stay was only one night, but the room amenities were great. Would stay again for a longer time. Convenient location. Hot tub could be cleaned."
The price is S$199
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines West
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Relax by the pool surrounded by comfortable lounge chairs and lush greenery.

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1009)
"We had a great stay!!"
The price is S$169
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG
Welcome to the reception area, where two desks offer check-in services.

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (699)
"We have had good experiences with Holiday Inn Express, highly recommend them for your stay. "
The price is S$142
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG
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Where to stay in Drake

Find the best Drake areas for the activities you enjoy most.
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum featuring a high-rise building, landscape views and a city
Downtown Des Moines map

Downtown Des Moines

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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

Historic East Village
Historic East Village map

Historic East Village

Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wooly's and Iowa State Capitol Building while you're in town.

Court District map

Court District

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

Grays Lake showing a lake or waterhole
Greater South Side map

Greater South Side

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

Southwestern Hills map

Southwestern Hills

Though Southwestern Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.

Frequently asked questions

What is Drake like?

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 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 can I expect to find in the Drake area?

Expedia has 52 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?

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