1000 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50309, United States
#2 of 42 hotels in Des Moines
Guests' ChoiceBased on 539 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
9.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 24 April 2024
Short
United StatesThe fact that I reserved the room for $678 and then they charged me $847 tell me why or how this changed!
Clean and quiet
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Justin
United StatesThe room, specifically the bathroom, was beautiful. The lobby, adjoining restaurant, and seating areas were also very nice.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Kathryn
United StatesThe parking setup and the fact there was no pool. Otherwise the stay was good.
The building was beautiful
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Amy
United StatesThe wine/coffee bar downstairs was out of service for any type of espresso drink, so that was disappointing. Good thing Starbucks was very close
A very nice boutique hotel. The rooms were very comfortable.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Clifton
United StatesThe location, history, ambiance, and staff.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Katie
United StatesThe hotel is absolutely stunning. The small details with the historical restoration to the hotel are lovely. We had the best experience at the speakeasy and a wonderful steak dinner at Proudfoot and Bird. Soooo good.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 9 March 2024
Brokaw
United StatesIncredible food and drinks, very friendly service, beautiful decorations and charming character throughout the entire hotel!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 29 January 2024
Howard
United StatesNo recycle program. Do not understand why that is NOT in place. Very disappointing.
Great staff. Beds were extremely comfortable.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 11 January 2024
Brett
United StatesGood stuff. Loved the experience. Great staff. Loved the art.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 9 January 2024
Margaret
United StatesEverything was good.
Did not have breakfast. I got coffee in the coffee shop in the lobby. It was OK.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 7 January 2024
Megan
United StatesThe only thing that was odd is, it's like they're pumping in a fake wood burning fireplace scent. It was pretty heavy in the lobby and less in the room, but that really threw us off.
Great location, and beautiful hotel. Even with the scent it was really an overall wonderful stay. The details in the rooms are so nice and its a beautiful aesthetic throughout.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 22 December 2023
Lauren
United StatesThere was a daycare outside near my room, so there was playground noise for a few hours midday, but it didn't bother me-- just not pin-drop quiet if you needed that midday. Lots of other places to work throughout the hotel in that meantime and good wifi range.
Beautiful restoration of the hotel. Quiet, festive for the holidays. Easy check-in and out
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 11 December 2023
Jimmerson
United StatesEverything was very nice
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 2 December 2023
Mullenhoff
United StatesThis is hotel is a beautiful part of history! Decor is amazing!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 6 November 2023
Haley
United StatesIt was beautiful
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 5 November 2023
Joseph
United StatesLoved everything.
After having the bedding changed to hypoallergenic sheets, I had the best sleep I’ve had in months.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 8 October 2023
Vicki
United StatesNA
The renovations of this property are a great combination of old and new.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 29 September 2023
Noella
United StatesNo parking for guests. Only valet is available. If you have a luxury car, you ll have to pay for valet or park it on the street (the streets are rated toe be safe).
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 20 September 2023
Thomas
United StatesParking
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 17 September 2023
Kristin
United StatesGreat Libby space and quiet well appointed rooms. Super shower design. We arrived too late for the restaurant but went down to speakeasy. Great fun, live music. Ordered a pizza which (when finally delivered!) we ate in lobby with glasses of wine from the speakeasy. Good breakfast restaurant at reasonable prices. Parked in public lot nearby: $10
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 27 August 2023
Elizabeth
United StatesParking was very confusing- paid parking garages and sky walks… but no directions prior to check in about where to park. It would be nice for a hotel this nice to validate and cover the cost of parking. Valet parking was an option, but very expensive.
The bed and pillows were excellent! Staff was great. Hotel was super clean.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 26 August 2023
Larae
United StatesVery nice, comfortable.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 22 August 2023
Kim
United StatesLike everything about this hotel.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 21 August 2023
Mary
United StatesLoved everything!
Beautiful decor. Very comfortable bed. Great restaurants.
Stayed in August 2023
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