Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Hotel with indoor pool, near Iowa Events Center

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Dates

October 2025

27

November 2025

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

Experience the vibrant city life at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area, an IHG Hotel. Enjoy a delicious meal at Genevieve Restaurant, unwind with a good book from the library or take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool.

Very good

Popular amenities

Pool
Bar
Connecting rooms available
24/7 front desk
Gym

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Indoor pool
Breakfast available
Free airport shuttle
Fitness center
24-hour business center
Business center
4 meeting rooms
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area

Feel at home (6)

Rollaway/extra beds
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Terrace

$116 nightly

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 27 - Oct 28

Tomorrow

Oct 28 - Oct 29

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Very good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Pillow menu

Premium bedding

388 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Pillow menu

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

288 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Pillow menu

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

288 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Pillow menu

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

288 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Very good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Pillow menu

Premium bedding

288 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Pillow menu

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Similar properties

Pool
Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi

$98 nightly

Nov 21 - Nov 22

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

1050 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50314

What's nearby

Iowa Events Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Casey's Center - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Des Moines Civic Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Drake University - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Principal Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 22 min drive
Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

‪Northern Vessel - ‬12 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
‪Jethro's Bbq All Stars - ‬13 min walk
‪Buzzard Billy's - ‬13 min walk
‪Southview Cafe - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

When you stay at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Casey's Center and Drake University. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Genevieve Restaurant, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There's a free airport shuttle and a bar/lounge, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 251 rooms
- Arranged over 10 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Express check-in/out available
- Minimum check-in age: 21
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

- This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
- Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
- Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps) and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
- Free offsite parking nearby
- Street parking available

Transfers

- Free airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 10:30 PM*

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

Children's menu

What to do

Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

24-hour business center
4 meeting rooms
Conference space (8999 square feet)

Services

24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop

Facilities

1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Television in common areas
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 36
Wheelchair-accessible parking
4 on-site accessible parking spaces
Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

32-inch LCD TV
Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps) and free wired internet
Free local calls

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave

More

Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

Genevieve Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Cityscape Lounge - This lobby lounge specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10.95 per person

Children & extra beds

Rollaway beds are available for USD 11.20 per night

Policies

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.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Holiday Inn Downtown Mercy Area

Holiday Inn Mercy

Holiday Inn Mercy Hotel

Holiday Inn Mercy Hotel Downtown Area

Holiday Inn Downtown Mercy Area Hotel Des Moines

Holiday Inn Downtown Mercy Area Hotel

Holiday Inn Downtown Mercy Area Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 7:00 AM to 10:30 PM at scheduled times.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness center and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG?

Yes, Genevieve Restaurant offers American cuisine.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG is in Downtown Des Moines, a short 10-minute walk from Casey's Center and 4 minutes' walk from Iowa Events Center.