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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 Wells Fargo Arena

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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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05/13/2025 - 05/14/2025

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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:

"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.

"Could be better."

Overall Score3.0/ 5

Draft from window lots of noise from traffic no continental breakfast.

Katie M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

04-Feb-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Feb 01 to Sun Feb 02 2025 at a $158.00 average nightly rate.

"Clean, quiet, and convenient location."

Overall Score5.0/ 5

Room was very clean! Conveniently located and easy to find. Pool was bigger than I imagined and clean. Price of room was reasonable as well.

Lane B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

26-Oct-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Oct 23 to Thu Oct 24 2024 at a $150.99 average nightly rate.

Response from Management on 01-Nov-2024:

We enjoy hearing from our guests. Thank you!

"Well Done"

Overall Score4.0/ 5

Very convenient location. Clean and staff was friendly.

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

11-Aug-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Aug 10 to Sun Aug 11 2024 at a $153.99 average nightly rate.

Response from Management on 15-Aug-2024:

Thank you for your feedback.

"Very Nice"

Overall Score4.0/ 5

Hotel was nice and clean,. The rooms were nice and clean.

Virginia W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

15-May-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun May 12 to Mon May 13 2024 at a $130.99 average nightly rate.

Response from Management on 17-May-2024:

Thank you for your feedback

"Nice clean room with friendly staff."

Overall Score5.0/ 5

Rooms were super clean. Breakfast in dining room had friendly staff. All staff was helpful and friendly.

Susan T. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

08-Apr-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Apr 05 to Sun Apr 07 2024 at a $171.99 average nightly rate.

Response from Management on 10-Apr-2024:

Hello, thank you for your review. We love hearing from our guest.

"It is so convenient to stay near Mercy Hospital."

Overall Score4.0/ 5

Very nice room. The hotel is near Mercy Hospital.

Diane K. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

05-Mar-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Mar 01 to Sat Mar 02 2024 at a $219.99 average nightly rate.

Response from Management on 07-Mar-2024:

Hello, Thank you for your review. We love hearing from our guests.

"It was great!"

Overall Score4.0/ 5

Very helpful to have the shuttle!

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

25-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jan 22 to Tue Jan 23 2024 at a $154.99 average nightly rate.

Response from Management on 07-Mar-2024:

Hi Pat,We love that you enjoyed the shuttle. Thank you.

Summary of Verified Reviews

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Property Description

With a stay at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Des Moines, within a 10-minute walk of Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center and Wells Fargo Arena. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Iowa Events Center and 1.1 mi (1.7 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, and 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.

Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Wells Fargo Arena - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Iowa Events Center - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Hy Vee Hall - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Iowa Hall of Pride - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Ruan Center - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
801 Grand - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Polk County Courthouse - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
World Food Prize Hall of Laureates - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Des Moines Civic Center - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
The Temple for Performing Arts - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Walnut Street Bridge - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Des Moines Public Library - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market - 1.6 km / 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

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

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

Free airport transportation
No accessible airport shuttle
Luggage storage
Express check-out
Porter/bellhop
Business center
24-hour front desk
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.

The Holiday Inn highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Seasonality of Hotel Rates at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

The graph above is seasonality of room rates for both group quotes and the lowest online individual rates our system could find at the time the group offer was entered. The lowest group deal shown is 33.5% in June 2023 and the highest average individual rate is $223 in the month of June 2025. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG in a month when rates are lower.