Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Riverfront hotel with indoor pool, near Iowa Events Center

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December 2025
Indoor pool
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Fitness facility
Buffet
Near the Iowa Events Center, Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center offers a cozy retreat with an indoor pool, free breakfast buffet, and a fireplace in the lobby. With helpful staff and convenient amenities like in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services, meeting rooms, coffee/tea in the lobby and self parking.
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (11)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Reception fireplace
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • TV in a common area

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
£86
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Room options

Showing 7 of 7 rooms
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, River View

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub, River View | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub, River View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
929 3rd St, Des Moines, IA, 50309

What's nearby

  • Iowa Events Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Casey's Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • EMC Expo Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Des Moines Civic Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jethro's Bbq All Stars - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Zombie Burger + Drink Lab - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Buzzard Billy's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Scopri - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

When you stay at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Casey's Center and Iowa State Fairgrounds. You can go for a morning swim at the indoor pool, and visit the fitness centre for a workout. Also, Adventureland and Jordan Creek Town Center are within a short drive. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 155 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • On-site parking is limited (max. 1 space per unit)

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry service

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 10 per day
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per day

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Quality Event Des Moines
Quality Inn Event
Quality Inn Event Des Moines
Des Moines Quality Inn
Quality Inn & Suites Event Center Des Moines, Iowa
Quality Inn & Suites Event Hotel Des Moines
Quality Inn And Suites Event Center
Quality Inn Des Moines
Quality Inn Event Center
Comfort Inn Event Center Hotel Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

Does Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 10 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 10 per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an on-site casino at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness centre.

What's the area around Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center like?

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center is located by the river in Downtown Des Moines, a short 3-minute walk from Casey's Center and 4 minutes' walk from EMC Expo Center. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast, wonderful staff, and a great view of the capitol and the river.
Charles, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and staff were friendly.
Kyra, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great quick stay for us. Comfy bed!
Brittany, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff! One of the cleanest hotels I’ve stayed in! Very good value! Walkable!!!
Felice, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff/clean room/ nice breakfast
Dawn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was an amazing stay: very clean, friendly service & great breakfast.
Nancy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location

Great location. Clean hotel with a helpful front desk
Eric, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good coffee
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great experience and value

Good breakfast, very clean, great service. Under repairs but looks like they will improve it. Great location near downtown, experience and value
Christopher, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Staff are always very friendly and courteous. I have stayed at Comfort Inn the last couple of years.
Brad, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a nice stay there.
Kathy, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Could tell they were upgrading the hotel. The rooms were good and the common areas were a work in procees. Breakfast was good.
Roberta, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room. Excellent breakfast. Easy check in and check out.
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay!!
Dawn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All of the above.
Daniel, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It was okay, the staff were very nice. Breakfast was limited on options. The rooms were alright just a little dated. It looks like they are in the middle of remodeling.
Tony, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

10/10

It was great! Clean and welcoming along with the short walk to the event center
Angelyna, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff was super friendly and helpful.
Carolyn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was able to check in early - the women behind the desk was very friendly.
Emily, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It just looked like it was
Teresa, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Convenient to get to right off the highway
Joel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was friendly and helpful.
Mary, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice clean older hotel good breakfast
paul, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Thomas, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

They were remodeling but very clean and quiet
Terry, 1-night trip