Travellers to the Drake neighbourhood in Des Moines will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for Drake travel tips? Make sure that you visit Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Drake?

Based on our traveller data, Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University is one of the top choices for your stay in Drake. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Drake University, and it offers free breakfast and an indoor pool.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Drake area?

Expedia has 47 hotels and other accommodation options in Drake to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Des Moines area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Drake, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals in Drake.

What is there to do in this Des Moines neighbourhood?

La Casa Cultural Center, Black Cultural Center and Henry G. Harmon Fine Arts Center are family favourites to check out in Drake. You could also plan a visit to Knapp Center or Des Moines Community Playhouse while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Drake include Waveland Municipal Golf Course, Terrace Hill and Hoyt Sherman Place. While you're out sightseeing in Des Moines, make sure that you visit other sights such as Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden or John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

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Our top choices for Drake hotels

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake

Ashley

₹11,195 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 3.2 km from Drake

LaSeana

₹13,799 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

3. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Watrous South, 7.1 km from Drake

Crystal

₹12,063 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 3 km from Drake

joseph

₹9,806 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

5. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 3.2 km from Drake

Erica

₹16,098 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 3.3 km from Drake

Mark

₹10,763 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

7. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 3.2 km from Drake

Julie

₹17,603 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

2 restaurants; breakfast and dinner served

8. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 3.2 km from Drake

clayton

₹15,240 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

9. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 3.3 km from Drake

RYAN

₹11,853 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 3.6 km from Drake

Meg

₹10,477 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

11. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Historic East Village, 4 km from Drake

Candy

₹13,799 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

9.4 km from Drake

Galen

₹12,583 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

13. Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

9.5 km from Drake

Julie

₹14,667 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

14. Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Watrous South, 8.3 km from Drake

Reginald

₹11,112 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

15. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 7.1 km from Drake

John

₹7,451 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

Coffee/tea maker, full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop

16. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village, 4 km from Drake

Dawn R.

₹12,065 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 4 km from Drake

Lauren

₹11,195 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

18. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

8.9 km from Drake

Sara

₹14,232 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

9 km from Drake

Richard

₹12,970 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

20. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills, 9.1 km from Drake

Paul

₹10,345 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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Where to stay in Drake

Find the best Drake areas for the activities you enjoy most.

The entrance to the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden with a large dome structure in the background.

Downtown Des Moines

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by Des Moines Civic Center or Science Center of Iowa might round out your trip.

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Court District

Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while you're in town.

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Historic East Village

Find beautiful government buildings, cultural attractions and a garden oasis in this older section of the city extending along a pretty riverfront.

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A calm lake surrounded by trees and a stone bridge.

Greater South Side

While there might not be top attractions in Greater South Side, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

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A paved road flanked by trees and bushes, leading into the distance.

Southwestern Hills

Though Southwestern Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

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