Hotel Fort Des Moines

1000 Walnut St.
Des Moines, IA 50309

Step back into history and celebrate the return of an icon, where worldly wanderers gather and visionaries find inspiration. Stay where celebrities like Elvis and Johnny Cash once stayed before taking the stage at sold out shows. Where John F. Kennedy and Lyndon Johnson once ate dinner and met on domestic policy. Founded in 1919 to rival the greatest hotels of the era, Hotel Fort Des Moines is a perfectly preserved landmark where history is both celebrated and made.

For a century, the hotel has stood as a beacon amid the Des Moines community, delighting a world-class guest list. Through sedulous efforts, it has been thoughtfully transformed and meticulously preserved, from the retro light fixtures adorning the rooms and gathering spaces, to the ornate furnishings that reflect the hotel's origins. This iconic destination, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, beckons distinguished guests and curious travelers from across the globe, celebrating a storied past while anticipating the myriad of stories yet to unfold.

Room Rates: $169/night + tax
Deadline: Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Group Code: 96J
 

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