Des Moines Marriott Downtown offers over 33,000 square feet of versatile event space, making it a premier destination for gatherings of all sizes. Located just blocks from the convention center, our venues can accommodate up to 2,200 guests, whether you're planning a high-impact conference, an elegant gala, or a focused board meeting. Highlights include the expansive 14,000-square-foot Des Moines Exhibit Hall—home to the Hall of Cities Ballroom—the 9,300-square-foot Iowa Ballroom, and the 3,200-square-foot Windows on 7th, which overlooks vibrant 7th Street. With 16 breakout meeting rooms and business-friendly amenities like high-speed internet access, our spaces are designed to support productivity and inspire connection. From setup to send-off, our expert event staff is dedicated to bringing your vision to life with seamless service and attention to detail.
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Steps from the convention center, ideal for business and group events.
Des Moines Marriott Downtown offers 16 versatile meeting rooms spread across three dedicated floors, providing a range of layouts and sizes to suit any event. Whether you're hosting a breakout session, board meeting, or large-scale presentation, our flexible spaces are designed to adapt to your needs with ease and style.
Whether it’s a fresh morning brew, a productive working lunch, a celebratory group dinner, or a round of late-night cocktails, our downtown Des Moines hotel serves up inspired options for every moment. With two on-property restaurants offering locally influenced menus and flexible catering services, we make it easy to satisfy every palate. Explore our dining page to discover Mash+MARROW and our Grab & Go market or click below to browse our banquet menus tailored for meetings, events, and everything in between.
Des Moines Marriott Downtown has 16 event rooms.
The largest capacity event room is the Des Moines Exhibit Hall & **Hall of Cities Ballroom (combined). It has a capacity of 2200.
Yes, Des Moines Marriott Downtown provides wedding services.
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