Holiday Inn Downtown Mercy Area by IHG

1050 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314 US near Exit 135 on I-80 (~3.7mi)

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3.0 Star Property Near Casey's Center

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4.0/5

Based on 445 guest reviews

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Free parking nearby
Free wired internet
Free WiFi
Number of indoor pools - 1
Free newspapers in lobby
Free airport transportation
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Smoke-free property
Fitness facilities

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07/27/2026 - 07/28/2026

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Holiday Inn Downtown Mercy Area by IHG

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Verified Reviews of Holiday Inn Downtown Mercy Area by IHG

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:

"Stay Review"

Overall Score4.0/ 5

Met all my needs.

Larry C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

04-Nov-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Oct 29 to Fri Oct 31 2025 at a $125.00 average nightly rate.

"It was a great stay!"

Overall Score5.0/ 5

All was good!

Nancy S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

23-Sep-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Sep 21 to Tue Sep 23 2025 at a $150.99 average nightly rate.

"Room and view was great."

Overall Score5.0/ 5

Had a great stay customer service was good room was clean and nice view.

Landon V. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

30-Jun-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 27 to Sat Jun 28 2025 at a $185.00 average nightly rate.

"Des Moines Trip."

Overall Score4.0/ 5

Room was comfortable. Enjoyed eating in the bar/restaurant on Sat. night. Was sad it was closed on Sun. night. A great stay!

Edith G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

25-Jun-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jun 21 to Mon Jun 23 2025 at a $132.99 average nightly rate.

"Overall it was good, very clean and good service."

Overall Score4.0/ 5

All good .

Ana G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

11-Jun-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Jun 08 to Mon Jun 09 2025 at a $143.99 average nightly rate.

"Parking was screwed up."

Overall Score4.0/ 5

I'm handicap, was hard to figure where to park. I had a hospital appointment the next day. Last time I stayed a discount was provided. Not this visit.

Robert H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

04-Apr-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Apr 01 to Wed Apr 02 2025 at a $145.99 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG is centrally located in Des Moines, a 4-minute walk from Iowa Events Center and 8 minutes by foot from Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Casey's Center and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Des Moines Civic Center.

Enjoy a satisfying meal at Genevieve Restaurant serving guests of Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Make yourself at home in one of the 251 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 32-inch LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Iowa Events Center - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Casey's Center - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
EMC Expo Center - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
801 Grand - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Polk County Courthouse - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
World Food Prize Hall of Laureates - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Des Moines Civic Center - 1.5 km / 1 mi
Temple Theater - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Walnut Street Bridge - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Des Moines Public Library - 1.7 km / 1 mi
Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market - 1.7 km / 1 mi
The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Western Gateway Park - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi

The preferred airport for Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG is Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 9.8 km / 6.1 mi

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and express check-in. Planning an event in Des Moines? This hotel has 8999 square feet (836 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 4 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary at scheduled times.

Enjoy recreational amenities such as an indoor pool and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a television in a common area.

Green Sustainability

"Green Engaged" through IHG

Amenities / Features

Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Minimum age of oldest guest: 21
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Distance from property (miles) - 0
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Banquet hall
Ballroom
Vending machine
Free parking nearby
Street parking
Express check-in
Number of meeting rooms - 4
Conference space size (meters) - 836
Free wired internet
Television in common areas
Free WiFi
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Braille or raised signage
Number of indoor pools - 1
Assistive listening devices available
Picnic area
Wheelchair accessible parking
Free newspapers in lobby
Wedding services
Free airport transportation
Elevator door width (inches) - 36

Number of buildings/towers - 1
Total number of rooms - 251
Number of floors - 10

Professional property host/manager
LGBTQIA+ friendly
No cribs (infant beds) available

No accessible airport shuttle
Elevator door width (centimeters) - 91
No accessible shuttle
Luggage storage
Express check-out
Porter/bellhop
Business center
24-hour front desk
Number of accessible parking spaces - 4
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Number of restaurants - 1
Library
Smoke-free property
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Coffee/tea in common areas
Laundry facilities
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Elevator
Conference space
Fitness facilities
Terrace
ATM/banking
Conference space size (feet) - 8999
24-hour business center

Airport & Shuttle Information

Approx. 5 miles, complimentary airport shuttle from 6am-11pm,

Local Shuttle Info: We offer a complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport and the downtown area. (2 mile radius)

Breakfast Information

Our convenient onsite Restaurant offers buffet options starting at $9.99. Hot buffet options include scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, oatmeal, biscuits and gravy, and breakfast potatoes. Cold buffet options include fresh fruit, yogurt, breakfast bars,cereal and pastries. If buffet is not your thing, you can order from our full breakfast menu. Menu options range in pricing starting at $6.50 offering delicious omelettes, skillets, blueberry pancakes and MORE. A la cart options also available.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets not allowed

Service pets allowed only.

Internet / WiFI

Complimentary Wi-Fi in guest rooms, meeting space, and all public areas of the hotel.

Misc Fees / Policies

Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 10.95 per person
Rollaway bed fee: USD 11.20 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
Contactless check-out is available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Cleaning Policies

Contactless check-out is available

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)

About Holiday Inn

Full-service hotel offering three different experiences: Holiday Inn Express ideal for the business traveler, Holiday Inn Resorts for family fun and relaxation, and the Holiday Inn Club Vacations, suitable for family and friends with spacious accommodations
Offering comfort and family-oriented service, children stay and eat free at Holiday Inn properties
Free high-speed internet access
Restaurants and bars on-site with good food and drinks for all ages
Indoor or Outdoor swimming pools based on location
Great exercise facilities
Based on select properties, Holiday Inn's The Hub is the perfect entertainment spot and gaming area with a media lounge, fire pits, etc.

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