Hotel Ft. Des Moines

1000 Walnut Street

Des Moines, IA US

Rating: 3 stars

Beautifully restored historic hotel, centrally located in downtown Des Moines on the skywalk system. We know how to make you feel comfortable and welcome. We have more than an 80-year history of catering to the needs and desires of the world's travelers from all walks and places. We'll do the same for you. We treat you famously at the Hotel Fort Des Moines. The Hotel Fort Des Moines was built in 1919 and is an independent, locally owned landmark hotel in downtown Des Moines on the skywalk system. We offer full-service accommodations for the business traveler from complimentary high speed internet in all guestrooms to elegant ballrooms and public spaces for group meetings and gala social events. After an extensive renovation, the hotel was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Room Information

Standard King

Spacious king room - one king bed. Complimentary high speed internet access, desk, and ergonomic desk chair. Please note smoking preference.

Standard Two Queen Beds

Spacious room with 2 queen beds. Complimentary high speed internet access, desk, and ergonomic desk chair. Please note smoking preference.

King Suite

One bedroom suite - one king bed and pullout sleeper sofa in living room. Kitchenette with microwave and refrigerator. Complimentary high speed internet access, desk and ergonomic desk chair. Please note smoking preference.

Double Double Suite

One bedroom suite - two double beds, pullout sleeper sofa in living room. Kitchenette with microwave and refrigerator. Complimentary high speed internet, desk, and ergonomic desk chair. Please note smoking preference.

Two Bedroom Suite

Spacious two bedroom suite - bedrooms include one king bed and two double beds. Two bathrooms, living room, kitchen with microwave and refrigerator. Compliementary high speed internet access. Please indicate smoking preference.

ADA 1 Queen Bed

Spacious room - one queen bed. Wheelchair accessible with complimentary high speed internet access. Please note smoking preference.

ADA 2 Queen Bed

Spacious room - two queen beds. Wheelchair accessible with complimentary high speed internet access. Please note smoking preference.

Directions

Des Moines Airport

Turn left onto Fleur Drive - stay on Fleur approx 3.5 miles. Take the downtown exit. Right on Locust Street. Right on 10th Street. Hotel at 10th and Walnut.

Restaurants

43 Restaurant and Bar

Cuisine type - American On property - y American electic and contemporary cuisine. Steaks, seafood and a seasonal cuisine with creative interpretations of classics and international specialties. Extensive wine list. Smoke free dining room and bar. Award-winning martinis.

Raccoon River Brewing Company

Cuisine type - American On property - n Pub fare and house brew. Located on the corner of 10th and Mulberry, next door to the hotel.

Alexanders Breakfast Restaurant

Cuisine type - American On property - y Breakfast buffet with coffee shop and news stand.

Chequers Lounge

Cuisine type - American On property - y Pub fare and sandwiches

Area Attractions

Attractions

- Governors Mansion Terrace Hill . . . 1 mi/2 km - Adentureland Amusement Park . . . . . 10 mi/16 km - Blank Park Zoo . . . . . . . . . . . .3. Mi/4 km - Botanical Center . . . . . . . . . . .2. Mi/3 km - Des Moines Art Center . . . . . . . . 1 mi/1 km - Des Moines Imax and Science Center . .1. Mi/1 km - Des Moines Playhouse . . . . . . . . .3. Mi/4 km - Iowa Cubs Stadium . . . . . . . . . . 1 mi/1 km - Prarie Meadows Racetrack and Casino . 10 mi/16 km - Temple for the Performing Arts . . . .0.1mi/0.2km - White Water University Park . . . . . 8 mi/12 km - Civic Center . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.7mi/1 km - Des Moines Public Library . . . . . . 0.2mi/0.3km - E Village Historical District . . . . 1 mi/1 km - Iowa State Capital . . . . . . . . . .1. Mi/2 km - Iowa State University. . . . . . . . .40 mi/64 km