Des Moines Marriott Downtown

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Exterior

The tallest hotel in downtown Des Moines, the newly renovated Marriott offers contemporary comfort and attentive guest service near the area's most celebrated attractions.

Porte-Cochère

Des Moines Marriott Downtown recently underwent total renovation, including an upgrade to its porte-cochère.

Front Desk

A haven for business and leisure travelers, the re-imagined Des Moines Marriott celebrates Iowa’s Midwestern roots with modern yet warm accents of natural wood and metal, along with local, hand-crafted artistry.

Great Room

Experience comfort, convenience and style at Des Moines Marriott Downtown.

Marriott Greatroom

Discover an inspired setting for work or relaxation, where plush seating and sophisticated design elements set the stage for creativity and connections.

Marriott Greatroom

Bathed in natural light, our newly renovated Great Room showcases over sized windows, distinctive dining and plenty of open seating to create an inspired setting for business or social connections.

Guest Rooms

Queen/Queen Guest Room

Find your respite in our newly redesigned Queen Room, enhanced by brand new signature beds, mobile key access and contemporary amenities designed to create a retreat that reflects the needs of today's traveler.

King Guest Room

Embrace absolute comfort while visiting Des Moines in our reimagined King room, thoughtfully appointed with multiple ports and outlets and state-of-the-art connectivity, including high-speed Wi-Fi and live streaming of Netflix, Hulu, YouTube and Pandora.

Des Moines City View Guest Room

Enjoy stunning views of the city from the comfort of your deluxe guest room, which boasts a cozy bed and luxurious linens.

Guest Bathroom

Refresh and relax in expansive bathrooms, recently renovated to include contemporary vanities with large, well-lit mirrors, plush towels and premium bath products.

Accessible Guest Bathroom - Roll-in Shower

Thoughtfully designed to ensure comfort and safety, ADA bathrooms include roll-in showers, well-lit vanities, premium bath products and modern conveniences.

Guest Room Bathroom - Walk-in Shower

Refresh your senses before or after a day of business or sightseeing in Des Moines in the contemporary shower of your newly redesigned room at our downtown hotel.

Guest Room Bathroom - Tub

Take a relaxing soak in the spacious bathtub of your newly redesigned bathroom, enhanced by contemporary features that meet the needs of modern travelers.

Accessible Guest Bathroom

Discover the perfect blend of comfort, style and safety in modern bathrooms with spacious soaking tubs, equipped with a full complement of ADA-compliant features.

Suites

Suite Living Area

Capturing the contemporary spirit of Iowa, our hospitality suite includes a stylish separate living space with plush furnishings, chic accents, modern features and expansive windows with plenty of natural light. Please contact the hotel to book this room.

Suite - Bedroom

Retreat within your beautifully designed separate bedroom, recently redesigned to include brand new signature beds and vibrant décor, inspired by the dynamic spirit of contemporary Iowa. Please contact the hotel to book this room.

Presidential Suite - Living Area

Contemporary comfort awaits in your beautifully designed separate living space, featuring modern conveniences, plush furnishings, abundant natural light and chic design elements. Please contact the hotel to book this room.

Presidential Suite - Dining Area

Re imagined to create a warm and stylish living environment, our presidential suite includes a sleek separate dining area with plenty of space for family or guests.

Presidential Suite - Wet Bar

Entertain guests at the stylish bar area in your Presidential suite, newly redesigned to ensure relaxing and convenient stays in downtown Des Moines. Please contact the hotel to book this room.

Presidential Suite - King Bedroom

After exploring the best of Des Moines, retreat to your newly redesigned Presidential Suite, featuring separate living and sleeping areas, along with a plush signature bed with premium bedding. Please contact the hotel to book this room. Please contact the hotel to book this room.

Presidential Suite - Bathroom Vanity

Ready yourself for business or a fun day around Des Moines at your contemporary vanity, enhanced by great lighting, plush towels and premium bath products. Please contact the hotel to book this room.

Services & Amenities

Concierge Lounge

Overlooking the Greatroom, our Concierge Lounge is the perfect place to work or relax, while enjoying a full hot breakfast, midday snack, hors d'oeuvres, afternoon tea, complimentary non-alcoholic beverages, cocktails for a small fee or a delicious a late-night snack.

Concierge Lounge

After a day of business, shopping or sightseeing in Des Moines, retreat to our Concierge Lounge for an enticing selection of complimentary meals, beverages and hors d'oeuvres.

Dining

MASH + MARROW Bar

Located in the Great Room of our hotel, Mash + Marrow offers a modern twist on American classics in the heart of downtown Des Moines.

MASH + MARROW

Located in the Great Room of our hotel, Mash + Marrow offers a modern twist on American classics in the heart of downtown Des Moines.

Rock River Grill & Tavern

Host a productive breakfast or lunch in our on-site restaurant, where you'll find delicious entrees and impeccable service.

Rock River Grill & Tavern Bar

Enjoy a fresh cocktail and appetizer as you visit with business associates or your travel group in our casual dining space.

Mash + Marrow - Beet Salad

Explore a diverse menu of locally inspired cuisine, thoughtfully crafted using the freshest ingredients, many of which are produced by local Iowa farmers.

Mash + Marrow - Bone Marrow Specialty

Thrill your palate with our succulent Bone Marrow special, artfully crafted to excite your senses.

Mash + Marrow - Martini

Socialize with friends or colleagues over creative cocktails, fines wines, crafts beers and an enticing selection of appetizers.

Mash + Marrow - Old Fashioned

Tempt your palate with a rotating menu of seasonal drinks, masterfully handcrafted by the talented mixologists at Mash + Marrow in downtown Des Moines.

Grab n Go

Order your favorite Starbucks beverages, settle in for a quiet snack or grab a quick bite before exploring the many Des Moines attractions within minutes of our downtown hotel.

Recreation & Fitness

Indoor Pool

Our indoor pool is open year-round and is perfect for relaxing after a long day or work or sightseeing in the Des Moines area.

Fitness Center

Maintain your exercise routine in our fitness center, where a variety of cardiovascular machines and free weights make it simple to stay in shape.

Nearby Attractions

Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge

The Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge is illuminated by colorful lights and is situated nearby our hotel. Courtesy of Catch Des Moines.

Des Moines Botanical Garden

Discover an oasis right in the heart of Downtown Des Moines! With tropical and temperate gardens explore new and beautiful sights and smells. Learn more about plants, gardening and much more at this escape from the everyday. Courtesy of Catch Des Moines.

Iowa State Capitol

Take a tour of the golden-domed Iowa State Capitol and explore the governor's offices, legislature and the old Supreme Court room! Courtesy of Catch Des Moines.

The Historic East Village

Visit the Historic East Village, one of the city's original commerce areas, during your stay, for vibrant shopping, dining and nightlife. Courtesy of Catch Des Moines.

Adventureland Amusement Park & Adventure Bay Waterpark

Only a 15 minute drive away, the Adventureland Amusement Park and Adventure Bay Waterpark boasts over 100 rides, shows and attractions. Experience hair-raising roller coasters, scenic water rides, magic shows, live music and so much more! Courtesy of Adventureland.

Des Moines Art Center

Visit the Des Moines Art Center, a world-class museum, free of charge during your stay! Courtesy of Catch Des Moines.

Des Moines

Located in the heart of the business district and connected to the Iowa Events Center and Wells Fargo Arena, our hotel keeps you in the center of it all.

Des Moines River

Take in stunning views of the Des Moines River from one of our hotel's extraordinary guest rooms during your stay.

Western Gateway Park

Be sure to visit Western Gateway Park, just minutes away from our hotel, where you'll find 13 acres of fun to be had.

Iowa Capital Building

Make time for a tour of the Iowa Capital Building, just blocks from our hotel, while visiting the city.

Events & Meetings

Pre-Function Area

Our elegant and spacious pre-function reception area is ideal for everything from networking sessions to cocktail hours.

Ballroom – Rounds Setup

Our ballroom can be arranged in a variety of ways depending on the nature of your event. In all instances, you'll have modern audiovisual equipment and delectable catering at your disposal.

Ballroom – Social Event Setup Details

Thanks to an elegant ambiance and ample space, our ballroom can accommodate business or social events both large and small.

Ballroom – Social Event Setup

Our experienced event planning staff are happy to work with you to create the event of your dreams, from décor to custom tablescapes.

Iowa Foyer

The Iowa Foyer at our downtown Des Moines hotel is the perfect place for cocktail receptions, registration tables and breakout sessions.

Iowa Ballroom - Theater Setup

The Iowa Ballroom can accommodate 1,200 attendees and is equipped with high-tech audiovisual equipment for the ultimate conference or presentation.

Iowa Ballroom - Reception Setup

From modern décor to a delicious event menu, our hotel is well-suited to providing everything you need for a dream wedding, reception or social gathering.

Iowa Ballroom - Reception Setup

From centerpieces to silverware, every last detail of your gathering will be taken care of by our professional team of event planners.

Meeting Room – U-Shape Setup

Break free from business as usual and host your next professional function with us. Thanks to high-speed Wi-Fi and up-to-date technology, we can ensure a fabulous experience.

Theatre-style meeting at Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Meeting Room – Theater Setup

Take your presentation to a new level in one of our 13 fabulous meetings rooms, all of which are spacious and well-appointed.

Des Moines Marriott Downtown Flexible Meeting Space

Council Bluffs & Cedar Rapids Room – Banquet Setup

Serve hors d'oeuvres and cocktails in one of our flexible event rooms, perfect for your next conference or soiree.

Council Bluffs & Cedar Rapids Room - Details

From business presentations to social gatherings and beyond, our deluxe event spaces come fully equipped.

Windows on 7th - Classroom Setup

Engage and inspire in newly renovated meeting spaces, designed to bring your vision to life with versatile layouts, cutting-edge technology and floor-to-ceiling windows with street level views of the Des Moines cityscape.

Green Meetings

Marriott has been actively involved in energy conservation for more than 20 years. Speak with a sales manager today to discuss how you can make your next Des Moines professional meeting a greener event!

Weddings

Windows on 7th - Reception Setup

Host unforgettable receptions, dinners and social events in 3,171 square feet of unique, multi-level event space with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking 7th & Locust streets.

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