Holiday Inn Express DES MOINES-AT DRAKE UNIVERSITY

Hotel Description:

Greetings from Des Moines , Iowa, home of the Drake Bulldogs and Drake Relays . Holiday Inn Express at Drake is at the heart of this city's renaissance neighborhood and ideally located right on campus. Seconds away are the Knapp Center, and Drake Stadium. Dining is available next door at the retro-themed favorite, Drake Diner. Follow your meal with an independent film a jaunt away at the Varsity Movie Theatre . Come visit the campus, the community, and us; we'll make you feel at home. Plenty of entertainment awaits off campus as well. Attractions include Prairie Meadows Race Track and Casino, Adventureland Amusement Park, Iowa State Fairgrounds, Principal Park, and Blank Park Zoo. Also nearby are the Civic Center, Convention Complex, Veterans Auditorium, Hy-Vee Hall and Wells Fargo Arena. We are moments from the Historical Building of Iowa, the State Capital, Living History Farms, Terrace Hill, Salisbury Mansion and Hoyt Sherman Place. Centrally situated among all of the Metro's retail districts --- four major malls, many boutiques and antique shops. Seasonal attractions are plentiful and near. Other areas of interest include The East Village, Historic Valley Junction and Downtown Court Avenue District, where nightlife is at its best. Free Wireless Internet available in all guest rooms and public areas. Whether it is business or pleasure that brings you our way, our team is ready to serve you!

Check In:  3:00 PM
Check Out:  12:00 PM

Native currency:  American Dollars
Number of floors:  2
Number of rooms:  52
Time zone:  GMT
Areas served:  DES MOINES

Restaurants:

Drake Diner: Adjacent to hotel, casual atmosphere, bar located in Diner.
Woody's Smoke Shack: Championship BBQ and catering one block from hotel.
Famous Daves: Serves BBQ and ribs and is open until 10pm each evening.
Splash Seafood Bar & Grill: Serving fresh seafood. Visit www.splash-seafood.com for more info.
Cheesecake Factory: Located at the Jordan Creek Town Center.
Olive Garden: Approx. 15 minutes from hotel in West Des Moines.
Hooters: Restaurant/Bar 15 minute drive from hotel.
Trophy's Sports Bar: Sports bar & grill, approx 10 minutes from hotel. Connected to Plaza Lanes family sports complex.

Meeting Facilities:

Drake Room:

Hotel Amenities:

(additional fees may apply to certain amenities)

• Americans with Disabilities ACT ADA Compliant
• Coffee Maker in Room
• DVD Player
• Hairdryers Available
• Wireless Internet Access
• No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
• Safe Deposit Box
• TV

• Bath Tub
• Complimentary Continental Breakfast
• FAX
• Ice Machine
• Ironing Board
• Overhead Projector
• Shops/Commercial Services
• Satellite TV

• Breakfast Buffet
• Connecting Rooms
• Free Local Telephone Calls
• High speed internet access
• Lounge
• Phone with speaker
• Tennis
• White Board

• Car Rental Desk
• Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
• Golf
• Internet Access
• Maid Service
• Private Bathroom
• Temperature Control

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Location Description:
Suburban - SUBURBAN