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Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG – Des Moines, IA
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG – Des Moines, IA
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Steps from the Wells Fargo Arena and the Mercy Medical Center, this hotel in downtown Des Moines, Iowa has a free shuttle service to the airport and local area attractions. Holiday Inn Des Moines - Downtown - Mercy Campus features amenities such as free parking and free wireless internet access throughout the property. Guests can also enjoy the indoor pool and on-site fitness center. Genevieve's restaurant serves savory American cuisine for breakfast and lunch in a comfortable and modern atmosphere. For dinner, guests can enjoy the Cityscape Lounge for its view and Executive Chef's gourmet creations.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room microwave
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Airport shuttle
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning

Reviews

3.9 / 5
Great 1007 reviews
  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The rooms smelled bad the halls smelled also. staff was helpful did not have breakfast. air was ok. the parking lot was a mess due to construction. I will never stay here again unless it is totally remodeled.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very outdated rooms. Plug ins were so worn out that the cords would not stay in so you could not use. Air conditioner was very loud and never cooled down the room. Kept it on 68 degrees and sweated all night. Rooms at a very 1990’s vibe. Best part of the hotel is location.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very nice hotel close to the Casey’s Event Center. Thank you for the clean room and friendly atmosphere.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Clean rooms, mini fridge and microwave, parking lot was under repair so had to walk to a temporary lot but other then that this was a nice hotel. Very close to downtown which was very convenient.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    I loved that they offered the free shuttle to the venue. Prices at the bar seemed very high

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Good

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  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    I stayed at this hotel years prior but this visit lacked working ice machine on floor of room. Plus had to visit 3 different vending machines to get one that worked. Staff were friendly and shuttle was nice!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    I felt there should have been notice that their normal parking lot was under construction so we could have prepared for hauling our luggage across the street. We found some trash from the last guests in our room which made us question the cleanliness of our room. We went down for breakfast at 705 we’re told the food wasn’t ready yet so decided just to leave by 715.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great shuttle service to and from the concert!!! The parking at the hotel is in the lot right across due to theirs being closed. Other than that it was a great stay

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Parking lot was closed so had long walk from our vehicle to the lobby. Old When we checked out it had been storming. Same distance to the vehicle. Not informed about the closed lot. Room was not cleaned for uor 2nd day. A towel used for makeup removal was placed Back for reuse. Local employees said since we used Expedia to reserve rooms they could resolve any complaints.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    This is a great hotel with a close walk to the Casey's Center.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Clean room n bathroom Parking. Could not find parking. Staff told us to park across the street. Because of construction

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Frankly considering this hotel serves a major trauma center, it is absolutely ridiculous the property is in such a run down state.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    There isn’t front door access. The parking structure and front drive is under construction and from other reviews has been for years. You have to park a block away and carry all your things. I. The pouring rain wasn’t fun. I don’t see what they have for people with accessibility problems

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Location There isn’t front door access. The parking structure and front drive is under construction and from other reviews has been for years. You have to park a block away and carry all your things. I. The pouring rain wasn’t fun. I don’t see what they have for people with accessibility problems

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    All the staff were helpful and friendly, the room was clean and the beds were comfortable. There were 3 reasons we gave 4 instead of 5 on the overall rating: 1) the "free breakfast" was only extended to 2 adults from each room, and we had 4 adults in our room. So rather than eat in the hotel restaurant, we went to a local favorite brunch place, to cater to the wishes of the group, so that 'amenity' was wasted on us. 2) we had trouble figuring out how to get to the hotel because of the parking lot being closed. We did eventually locate the correct lot and were able to schlepp our luggage across the street safely, with some extra effort. 3) the faucet in the tub/shower was almost impossible to turn fully off. All 4 adult members of our party tried to turn the tub faucet so the water would fully STOP, but only the heavily muscled, 21-year old college athlete member of our party was able to get it turned fully off with great effort. I definitely want to repeat that ALL the staff were friendly and helpful, from Ken at the desk, to the wonderful bartender/waitress in Cityscape the night we arrived, to the housekeeping staff. Overall, it was a GOOD stay, with a few inconveniences.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    7th floor by the street was very noisy. Could not get the temperature set right. No one told me the front was under construction. So there was a long walk fron parking lot to the hotel.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very good

Frequently asked questions about Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Does Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG offers free Wi-Fi for all guests. Free wired internet is also available in select rooms.
Does Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG offer parking?
Yes, Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG offers free parking on-site.
Does Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG have a fitness center?
Yes, Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG located, and how walkable is the area?
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG is located at 1050 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314. With a Walk Score of 70, the area is rated Very Walkable. Most errands can be completed on foot, with public transit and rideshare easily accessible.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds 3.7 mi
  • Des Moines Airport 4.7 mi

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