1000 Walnut Street Des Moines, IA 50309 US
Get My QuoteStay where the presidents stayed at the historic Hotel Fort Des Moines -Curio Collection by Hilton and experience contemporary sophistication that rings with charm from its storied past. Opened first in 1919 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, our newly renovated boutique hotel evokes nostalgia, from the moment you step into the grand two story lobby and resonates all the way to our beautifully restored grand ballroom. Boasting a prime location in the heart of downtown Des Moines, staying with us means you are near all that the city has to offer. This classic brick style hotel is an eight-minute walk from Western Gateway Park and less than two miles from the Iowa State Capital. Revel in fantastic downtown views from our modern guest rooms, and sink into plush bedding while taking comfort with amenities like complimentary WiFi, refrigerators, smart HDTVs, and coffeemakers. Opt for a suite and sprawling spacious living areas, or spoil yourself in our sumptuous Presidential Suite. With 14,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, the Hotel Fort Des Moines is the perfect place to host corporate trainings, team building events, seminars, and much more. A full banquet team can meet the needs for hosted dinners, work lunches, or quick coffee breaks. Enjoy hearty fare at Proudfoot and Bird, our signature wood fired steakhouse, or sip your favorite cocktail from our basement Speakeasy Cocktail Lounge. Pair your favorite wine with a scrumptious selection of sweets at our coffee and wine bar HOBNOB. Proudfoot and Bird is fine dining in every aspect. Proudfoot and Bird, named after the original Hotel Fort Des Moines architects, pays homage to the glamorous days of years past with every detail. Adorned with stunning marble tables, intricate gold ceiling inlay, plush soft seating, and a grand circular bar we have recreated a time that was filled with elegance extravagance and indulgence. Housed in the historic Hotel Fort Des Moines, we have taken every step possible
Property Amenities
General
- Non-smoking
- Multiple exits on each floor
- Property has elevators
- Public address system
- Public area air conditioned
- Video cameras at entrance
- U.S. Fire Safety compliant
- Telephone
- Train access
- Video surveillance of parking
- Video surveillance recorded 24 hrs a day
- Viedo surveillance monitored 24 hrs a day
- Ventilated stair wells
- Security
- Staff trained in duplicate key issue
- Storage space
- Exterior doors (except lobby entrance) require key access at night
- Fire alarm with light
- Fire extinguishers
- Elevators
- Fire extinguishers in hallways
- Lighted parking area
- Hard wired smoke detectors
- Emergency back-up generators
- Evacuation drills
- Family plan
- Fire safety compliant
- First aid available
- FEMA approved
- Frequency of evacuation drills
- Cocktail lounge
- Converters/ Voltage adaptors
- Copier
- Children welcome
- Complies with Local/State/Federal fire laws
- Camera monitoring parking area 24 hrs
- Camera recording parking area 24 hrs
- ATM/Cash machine
- Building meets all current local, state and country building codes
- 24-hour front desk
- Auto link to fire station
- Automated External Defibrillator (AED) on-site
- Business center
Pets
- Pets allowed
Parking
- Parking
- Parking fee managed by hotel
- Off-Site parking
- On-Site parking
- Patrolled parking area
- Valet parking
- Secured parking
Services
- Photocopy center
- Newspaper
- Uniformed security
- Valet cleaning
- Staff trained in first aid
- Sprinklers in hallways
- Sprinklers in public areas
- Staff Red Cross certified in CPR
- Staff trained in Automated External Defibrillator (AED) usage
- Staff trained in CPR
- Express check-in
- Late check-out available
- Express check-out
- Lobby coffee service
- Front desk
- Laundry/Valet service
- Individual Efolio available
- Coffee shop
- Complimentary in-room coffee or tea
- Concierge desk
- DVR player
- Early check-in
- Baggage hold
- Basic medical equipment on-site
Meeting Facilities
- Meeting rooms
Accessibility
- Visual alarms in hallways
- Visual alarms in public areas
- Visual emergency alarm for hearing impaired guest
- Service dogs allowed
- Handicapped parking
- Does hotel have accessible parking?
- 2nd lock on guest doors
- Accessible facilities
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance
- Audible alarms in hallways
- Audible alarms in public areas
Bedroom
- Wakeup service
- Double beds
Technology
- Wireless internet connection in public areas
- High speed internet connection
Guest Room
- Turndown service
- Safe
- Safe deposit box
- Secured floors
- Interior corridors
- Maid service
- Connecting rooms
Guest Bathroom
- Roll-in shower available
- Grab bars in bathroom
Dining
- Lounges/bars
- Lunch served in restaurant
- Full american breakfast
- Dinner served in restaurant
- Cups/glassware
- Breakfast served in restaurant
Fitness Facilities
- Golf
- Health club
Standard
- Air conditioning