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Event Rooms
1584 SQ FT
Total Event Space
55
Capacity Largest Space
2
Breakout Rooms
Meeting and Events
Host your board meeting or training seminar in one of our event venues in Des Moines
Our small event space in West Des Moines, the Aspen Room, can host up to 50 guests, reception-style
Custom catering options allow you to create a menu that will leave your team happy and satisfied
Visit our full-service business center to take care of any last-minute meeting details and plans
With a capacity to handle 14 guests in a U-shape layout, our boardroom is ideal for trainings
Plan your conference or event in one of our flexible West Des Moines meeting rooms
Offers & Packages
Weddings and Occasions
Our event venues in Des Moines can host your bridal shower, banquet, reception or small wedding
Dream weddings don't just happen, they're planned. Marriott Certified Wedding Planners are trained to help. After completing demanding coursework, each Marriott Certified Wedding Planner is qualified to coordinate weddings of all types, including ethnic and military weddings. Relying on experience, training, tradition and old-fashioned intuition, Marriott Certified Wedding Planners can help you determine an overall vision for your wedding and help you execute each detail. That includes setting an event budget; deciding on a menu; arranging table settings; and finding florists, photographers, a band and other entertainment for the big day.
Post updates during your stay at our wedding venue in Des Moines with our complimentary Wi-Fi
Conveniently located near the hottest wedding and event venues in Des Moines
Use rentable AV equipment at our wedding venue in West Des Moines to create a heartwarming slideshow
Wedding guests staying at our hotel will appreciate our complimentary daily breakfast and free Wi-Fi
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Receive a special group rate for reserving a block of 10 or more rooms at our West Des Moines hotel
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Let the festivities begin in a fun, relaxed setting that makes everyone feel welcome – all in a location that’s within walking distance of entertainment, shopping, dining and upscale wedding venues.
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Floor Plans
| Meeting Room | Dimensions (LxWxH) | Area (sq.ft) | Theater | Schoolroom | Conference | U-Shape | Reception | Banquet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boardroom | 16x27x12 | 432 | 25 | 18 | 30 | 14 | 30 | 20 |
| Aspen A&B | 20x40x12 | 800 | 55 | - | 35 | 26 | 40 | 35 |
| Connect | 16x22x10 | 352 | 30 | - | 10 | 10 | 30 | - |
Boardroom
Dimensions (LxWxH)
16x27x12
Area (sq.ft)
432
Theater
25
Schoolroom
18
Conference
30
U-Shape
14
Reception
30
Banquet
20
Aspen A&B
Dimensions (LxWxH)
20x40x12
Area (sq.ft)
800
Theater
55
Schoolroom
-
Conference
35
U-Shape
26
Reception
40
Banquet
35
Connect
Dimensions (LxWxH)
16x22x10
Area (sq.ft)
352
Theater
30
Schoolroom
-
Conference
10
U-Shape
10
Reception
30
Banquet
-
| Meeting Room | Dimensions (LxWxH) | Area (sq.mt) | Theater | Schoolroom | Conference | U-Shape | Reception | Banquet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boardroom | 4.9x8.2x3.7 | 40.1 | 25 | 18 | 30 | 14 | 30 | 20 |
| Aspen A&B | 6.1x12.2x3.7 | 74.3 | 55 | - | 35 | 26 | 40 | 35 |
| Connect | 4.9x6.7x3 | 32.7 | 30 | - | 10 | 10 | 30 | - |
Boardroom
Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.9x8.2x3.7
Area (sq.mt)
40.1
Theater
25
Schoolroom
18
Conference
30
U-Shape
14
Reception
30
Banquet
20
Aspen A&B
Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.1x12.2x3.7
Area (sq.mt)
74.3
Theater
55
Schoolroom
-
Conference
35
U-Shape
26
Reception
40
Banquet
35
Connect
Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.9x6.7x3
Area (sq.mt)
32.7
Theater
30
Schoolroom
-
Conference
10
U-Shape
10
Reception
30
Banquet
-
Banquet
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats 10 people comfortably.
Room Set-up Examples
Conference and Hollow Square
Appropriate for interactive discussions and note-taking sessions for fewer than 25 people. Many hotels have elegant "boardrooms" for 10 to 20 people, equipped with full audiovisual capabilities, a writing board, cork board and a flip chart.
Room Set-up Examples
E-Shape, U-Shape and T-Shape
Appropriate for groups of fewer than 40 people. These are best for interaction with a leader seated at the head of the setup. Audiovisual is usually best set up at the open end of the seating.
Room Set-up Examples
Theater
Appropriate for large sessions and short lectures that do not require extensive note-taking. This is a convenient setup to use before breaking into discussion or role-playing groups because chairs can be moved.
Room Set-up Examples
Reception
Stand-up social function where beverages and light foods are served. Foods may be presented on small buffet tables or passed by servers. May precede a meal function.
Room Set-up Examples
Schoolroom or Classroom
The most desirable setup for medium to large-size lectures. Requires a relatively large room. Tables provide attendees with space for spreading out materials and taking notes.
Room Set-up Examples
Ovals and Rounds
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats 10 people comfortably.
Room Set-up Examples
Audio-Visual Equipment
- LCD Projector
- Microphone
- Overhead Projector
- PA System
- TV
- Teleconferencing
- Wireless Internet
Event Services
- Certified Meeting Planner
Event Equipment & Supplies
- Direction Signs
- Easels
- Flip Chart & Markers
- Installed Stage
- Name Cards
- Pens / Pencils / Notepad
- Podium Lectern
- Portable Stage
- Spotlights
- Stack Chairs
- Tables
Business Services
- Computers
- Copy Service
- Post/Parcel
- Printers
Catering Services
- Afternoon Break:$25.00 / Person
- Coffee Break:$25.00 / Person
- Continental Breakfast:$15.00 / Person
- Dinner:$30.00 / Person
- Full Breakfast:$18.00 / Person
- Lunch:$27.00 / Person
- Reception:$25.00 / Person
- Meeting space capacities and configurations follow social distancing guidelines
- Offers single serve F+B options
- Third-party partners comply with MI cleanliness standards
Frequently Asked Questions
Element by Marriott West Des Moines has 3 event rooms.
The largest capacity event room is the Aspen A&B. It has a capacity of 55.
Yes, Element by Marriott West Des Moines provides wedding services.
To book a meeting or event at Element by Marriott West Des Moines click here
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