Surety Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, a quick walk to Des Moines Civic Center

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Lobby lounge
Exterior
King Guestroom ADA | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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206 6th Ave., Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • Des Moines Civic Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Iowa Events Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Wells Fargo Arena
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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Room options

Two Queen Guestroom ADA

  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe King

  • 321 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Guestroom

  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Two Queen Guestroom

  • City view
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Guestroom ADA

  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Surety King

  • City view
  • 321 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

Located in Downtown Des Moines, Surety Hotel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Des Moines Civic Center and Iowa Events Center. This 137-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 restaurants, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Des Moines Civic Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Drake University - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Royal Mile - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fongs Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mash + MARROW - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pho Real Kitchen And B - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Surety Hotel

Hotel with 2 restaurants, a quick walk to Des Moines Civic Center
Guests of Surety Hotel enjoy a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Self parking is available for USD 25 per night. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a banquet hall, and a fireplace in the lobby.
55-inch LED TVs come with cable channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, designer toiletries, and bathrobes. Minibars, free local calls, and safes are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 25 per night)
  • Street parking available
  • Self parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 20 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Mulberry Street Tavern
  • Outdoor Courtyard
  • Surety Coffee Shop

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 2,969 square feet of conference space
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 50 for check-in between noon and 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.68 percent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from June 4 2025 to June 5 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 75 per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.00

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 20 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 25 per night (98 ft away)
  • Pet deposit: USD 75 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 50 for check-in between noon and 2:00 PM
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.68 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Surety Hotel Hotel
Surety Hotel Des Moines
Surety Hotel Hotel Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Surety Hotel?

Surety Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Surety Hotel?

As of Jun 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surety Hotel on Jun 12, 2025 start from $159.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see close to Surety Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Des Moines within a short 14-minute walk of Principal Park and also 14 minutes on foot from Wells Fargo Arena. You'll also find Des Moines Civic Center and Hy Vee Hall less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Surety Hotel?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 25 per night with in/out privileges.

Does Surety Hotel have a casino?

No, Surety Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Surety Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Surety Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar, 2 restaurants, and private dining.

Does Surety Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Surety Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Surety Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Surety Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Surety Hotel for a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls. A deposit of USD 75 per stay is collected.

Does Surety Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Surety Hotel?

The closest major airport to Surety Hotel is Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is 5 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Surety Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Surety Hotel.

Surety Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 775 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shamus Tod

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roselle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Celebrating my daughter’s thirtieth birthday. It’s been amazing. Hotel is fabulous.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Chasity

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I felt like for the money it was a very poor hotel! Bartender was less than what I would expect. Not a smile a hello like it was a problem I asked for a drink. Room was small floor and rug dirty. Lighting was horrible in the bathrooms. I will stick to the Hilton down town for sure!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Maciej

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and a beautiful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICKIE, Coralville

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful and the hotel was overall very charming!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Well appointed gym, good restaurant & bar, unique guest room design.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Nicely decorated. New comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional stay

After this stay, The Surety has become my favorite hotel in the Des Moines area. The room was clean, comfortable, well-designed, and had exceptional ambiance. It was also eco-friendly without being an inconvenience. Every staff member greeted me warmly and professionally. The coffee provided in the lobby was delicious, however, it would be even better if they had coffee options available in our room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was beautiful! Bar and lobby are gorgeous as well!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paolo, New York

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property, easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is absolutely gorgeous! We loved that there were so many bars and restaurants and activities to do within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, clean, need more lighting options in rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025