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Hampton Inn of Des Moines Airport
Category: Event Planning & Services Hotels Hotels & Travel Hotels Hotels [Edit]
5001 Fleur DrDes Moines, IA 50321
(515) 287-7300
- Price Range:
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- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
6 reviews for Hampton Inn of Des Moines Airport
6 reviews in English
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Review from Eric B.
12/27/2009
We were all supposed to return to the Bay Area from Iowa on Christmas Day, but the threat of the recent Midwest Blizzard altered our plans. We delayed a day and decided to improve our chances by flying back through Atlanta instead of Minneapolis. That turned out to be OK as my son got some extra snow sledding time, Gayle got to attend Christmas Eve Mass, and the whole family was treated to very white Christmas and a nice breakfast together the next morning.
By mid afternoon, it was still snowing and the road reports still advised against travel. At the same time, we also thought it was best if we get down to Des Moines during daylight and stay at a hotel, before our plane was to leave at 6:45 the next morning. This would allow my elderly parents to retrieve their car when the weather and an associated return journey would be safer. The only question was how most of the DSM flights were running on time when most of the Central Iowa roads were red-lined on the Iowa DOT Site.
The Hampton Inn turned out to be a welcome port in the storm. The price was certainly right ($85 including tax and AAA Discount), the Park and Fly convenience for my parents car was convenient, Front Desk service was friendly and helpful, the amenities (lobby computers, free wi-fi in the room, evening snacks and breakfast in the lounge) were much appreciated, and the shuttle got us to DSM the next morning in minutes. The Hampton Inn also appears to be a flight crew hotel of choice. Our only concern was the room, which was a bit small and stuffy. But overall, for what and where it is, this hotel was a great choice.
p.s. - We started our long travel day with it still snowing and arrived home safely to rain! -
Review from Jamie M.
6/23/2008
I stayed here last weekend for a wedding that was in town. I LOVE Hampton Inns because they give you all of the business traveller's perks (free internet & parking, nice breakfasts, etc) without a lot of added costs. This Hampton was no exception, the rooms were nice and the beds were heavenly. They have one computer in the lobby for you to use but I never had to wait.
Because the hotel was seriously only a few steps away from the airport I was a bit worried about the noise level. Luckily the Des Moines airport is teeny tiny and I only heard a couple of planes fly overhead while I was getting ready for bed. They offer a shuttle to the airport that runs 24/7 on demand and the driver was very friendly.
They offer a government or AAA discount which makes it even more affordable. If I ever come back to Des Moines I'd stay here again! -
Review from Tommy M.
Vienna, VA
4/24/2011 1 Check-in Here
Convenience is the redeeming feature at this hotel. You are literally across the street from the airport (although you need to drive about 5 minutes to get there). Not much else to stay about this Hampton Inn - standard fare for this chain.
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Review from Chris M.
Elgin, IL
3/2/2011 1 Check-in Here
Decent hotel with friendly and attentive staff. Great location across from Des Moines International Airport and close to many food choices. Cookies at night and a pretty wide selection at breakfast. A go to when I don't want to go all the way to Johnston or West Des Moines for the Garden Inn locations.
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Review from Phillip Y.
Des Moines, IA
8/13/2011
Not exactly what I expected from Hilton but this is close to the airport which is a plus. First, I arrived at around 10:30 PM since construction of I-80 was from East Chicago/Gary to Joilet. Insane traffic which was backed-up and had to wait 3-hours. Okay, back to the hotel which gets to my major point. The side entrance doors were all open and not locked. After around 10PM, these doors should require a room key to enter. I don't know why there are signs next to the door to use room key but it's open anyways. Plus, I am on the first floor which is just at the side exit. I checked the door and it wasn't locked. Business center just prints out stuff which was okay. Breakfast was decent and had hot food as well. I have to say that the room layout was horrible. Tightest little room and reminded me of La Quinta in Independence, OH. Big swivel chairs that just bumps everywhere in the bed and desk. No fridge or microwave. Little space between bed and the TV. Nothing too memorable here. I am glad that I made reservations for the Hilton Garden Inn- West Des Moines for the following days to come.
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Review from Sam R.
6/5/2009
The hotel itself is nice and the location is great but the staff is painfully under staffed. The staff first tried to give us a room that was right next to the lobby. If the hotel was booked that would've been understandable, as emtpy as it is that wasn't acceptable. They then moved us to a room that someone else was in. Finally the third time was the charm, they got us in a room that in a heavy traffic area and that someone else wasn't staying in. Word of warning, don't use the secure wifi network to access the Internet because it work.
